Article: Trojans volleyball can't break out of losing streak

Article: Florida outside hitter adjusting well to new role
University Wire;  October 16, 2002 ;     392 words ......develop the skill after changing to outside hitter at UF. It's been tough making the transition [to outside hitter], Chatman said. When I first changed...you're always moving across the net. Outside hitter requires less horizontal movement...

Article: Indiana outside hitter finds niche at new position
University Wire;  September 20, 2000 ;     594 words ......the subdued, dark-haired freshman to outside hitter, where she can show off her spring...all-tournament team along with fellow outside hitter senior Amanda Welter. "But, it was...Hill polished her new skills as an outside hitter against the Blue Devils and Golden...

Article: Outside hitter helps Wisco maintain elite status in state
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel;  October 20, 2003 ;     556 words ...Outside hitter helps Wisco maintain elite status...20, 2003 Wisconsin Lutheran senior outside hitter Leanne Felsing receives much attention...little while. They changed me into an outside hitter, and then this year, they turned me...

Article: Racine schools face rebuilding Case, Horlick, Park must replace major players; ATHLETES TO WATCH Pat Bomhack, jr., Milwaukee Marquette: Bomhack has unlimited potential as a setter but has the power to hit away. At 6-7, he could be one of the top recruits next year. Brandon Ferguson, sr., Wauwatosa East: One of the best setters in the area, coaches say he has sharpened his mental game in the last year. Chris Goers, sr., Racine Horlick: Goers, 6-2, has been a setter for Horlick, but he will begin hitting more this season. Will Hand, sr., Milwaukee Marquette: Hampered by foot and hitting-hand injuries last season. His jumping ability has returned and the 6-5 outside hitter will be one of the toughest in the area. Mark Mathews, sr., Shorewood: A 6-4 outside hitter who has the ability to play all around. Mike Moser, jr., Milwaukee Pius: Expect the 6-4 outside hitter to be one of the top attackers in the area. Scott Landisch, jr., Wauwatosa East: A second-team Greater Metro all-conference selection last season, the 6-5 outside hitter should be even harder to stop this year. Jeff Schmitz, sr., West Allis Central: Coaches say the 6-4 outside hitter is a player with the ability to carry his entire team. A strong hitter, Schmitz was named an All-American during the USA Volleyball club nationals.
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel;  August 28, 1998 ;     620 words ......Sorensen returns 5-8 senior setter Scott Solomon and senior outside hitter Tom Linstroth. Back row specialist Justin Nelson rounds...seems to be as well.` Leading the Blue Dukes will be junior outside hitter Matt Miller, a very strong all-around player. Shorewood...

Article: All eyes on Abbott Downers Grove South has thrived with outside hitter Jeannette Abbott taking on a leadership role.(Sports Extra)
Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL);  November 12, 2004 ;     700+ words ......moment she was installed as their top outside hitter her sophomore season and helped power...School Association. Not bad for an outside hitter who stands 5-foot-11, relatively modest...aggressive mentality that one needs as an outside hitter, and it carries over. She's the ...

Article: PREP PREVIEW: VOLLEYBALL New conferences, lots of questions Three area teams appear to rank above the rest; ATHLETES TO WATCH Marcie Bomhack, sr., Waukesha Catholic Memorial: A first-team all-state outside hitter last season, she had 457 kills and 44 stuffed blocks as a dominant 6-foot-1 front-row player. Amy Schweitzer, sr., Waukesha Catholic Memorial: Standout setter at 5- 9, she has verbally committed to Purdue. "A wizard with tight passes," said coach Ted Schulte. "She creates opportunities out of bad situations." Shelly Draeger, jr., Wisconsin Lutheran: An excellent middle blocker and outside hitter, Draeger was a fourth-team all-state selection last season. Kris Bova, sr., Milwaukee DSHA: A first-team all-state player last season, she was also the Metro Conference Player of the Year in '96 because of her versatility. She can do everything but coach at this point. Stephanie Kreitzer, sr., Milwaukee DSHA: Last year she was second on the team in aces and kills, and she was an all-state honorable mention in '96. Sarah Zuzinec, jr., Kenosha Tremper: She had 658 assists last year as a setter and already has 1,300-plus career assists in the Trojans' 5-1 offense. Andrea LaBlanc, sr., Milwaukee Pius: Inexperienced but talented, Pius coach Dave Scher says. LaBlanc will be asked to run a team that lost five starters. LaBlanc is a 5-9 setter and in the starting role for the first time. Maegen Peterson, sr., Waupun: One of the best all-around players in the tough Wisconsin Little 10, Peterson was a second-team all-state outside hitter and middle blocker last year. Laurie Gardner, sr., West Bend East: A third-team all-state setter last year, she leads the early favorite Suns, who are expected to contend for the WIAA title. Lisa Zukowski, so., West Bend East: Last year she was the only freshman on the all-state listing as an honorable mention. Complete all-around athlete. Jenny James, sr., West Bend West: Led the team in kills and serves last year. Jamie Turtenwald, sr., West Allis Hale: Set the school season assist record with 835 passes for the state champions a year ago. Also had 140 assists in the state tournament a record.
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel;  August 21, 1997 ;     700+ words ......a new coach, Jeff Thompson. Junior outside hitter Angi Wildish returns for the Falls...Memorial has depth to go with dominant outside hitter Marcie Bomhack. Senior Julie Yankus...Top players for Pius include senior outside hitter Angie Sobocinski, senior outside ...

Article: Szczesniak Is Player of the Year // McAuley Outside Hitter Aces Out the Competition
Chicago Sun-Times;  November 11, 1994 ;     296 words ......losing a match to a team from Illinois. Outside hitter Jeanine Szczesniak has been a big part...McAuley in Mary Coleman, a 5-11 senior outside hitter who recorded 232 kills, 62 blocks and...team are Tracy Black, a 5-9 senior outside hitter from Downers Grove South; Barb Zvonek...

Article: Butler's Herzog elevates game Aviators' outside hitter tallies 189 regular-season kills
Dayton Daily News;  October 22, 2004 ;     393 words ......Herzog starting for the Butler volleyball team. The 5-foot-11 outside hitter slammed in 189 regular- season kills, second on the team...The hard work was well worth the effort for the Aviators outside hitter. "I wouldn't have it any other way," Herzog said. "I wasn...

Article: Tudor the go-to player on Elks' volleyball squad ; The outside hitter ranked second on the team in kills last season.
Dayton Daily News;  April 17, 2008 ;     464 words ......he'll urge his teammates, 'Give me the ball!' " Tudor, an outside hitter, is the Elks' top returnee from a team that won a regional...all-region in volleyball in 2007. In addition to excelling as an outside hitter, he is adept at serve- receiving. "I try to take advantage...

Article: NU youngsters pushing veterans for outside hitter spots
University Wire;  September 1, 2004 ;     436 words ......have locked up spots in the starting lineup, but the third outside hitter spot is up for grabs. Cook said sophomore Dani Mancuso would...pleased with the results of the added competition at the outside hitter position. "It's definitely raised their level of play...

Article: SENIOR OUTSIDE HITTER BERTRANDO MAKES RED DRAGON ALL-TOURNEY TEAM
US Fed News Service, Including US State News;  February 27, 2009 ;     220 words ......York at Fredonia issued the following news release: Senior outside hitter Amy Bertrando (Westfield) was selected to the Cortland Red...Brittany Lis (Lancaster) 20 assists and 13 digs, and junior outside hitter Rebecca Zimmerman (Jamestown) seven kills, 12 digs, and...

Article: BOYS VOLLEYBALL: Can't-miss performance; East rides senior outside hitter to SICA West win over Central
Sun, The: Lincoln Way (IL);  May 5, 2004 ;     700+ words ......of Nissen. The 6-foot-4-inch senior outside hitter rocketed nine kills -- including a...ties and eight lead changes. Senior outside hitter Kevin Fennell produced a match-best...supplemented by seven kills apiece from senior outside hitter Louis Filosa (four digs, three aces...

Article: Kiepura's all set at outside hitter.(Sports)
Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL);  October 5, 2006 ;     506 words ......and the right side last year, is firmly entrenched as an outside hitter. The move outside has allowed Kiepura to attack more. That...of the season, the Cougars were pressing. Junior reserve outside hitter Haley Bosco gathered the girls around and told them to stop...

Article: Outside hitter picks UF in minutes
University Wire;  October 21, 1998 ;     390 words ......UF campus two years ago on one of many recruiting trips, outside hitter Jerilyn Hattendorf returned home to St. Charles, Ill., knowing...smart player with a good work ethic, will come along like (outside hitter) Jenni Keene has," Wise said. "Before she's done here she...