OPSU Volleyball Signings as of 7/12/06:
(Hometown, Last School Attended)

Sarah Moran - Libero (Platteville, CO – Lamar CC) Sarah comes in to take over the libero position for the OPSU Volleyball program. She is a very consistent passer and defender and has a great instinct for the game. While at Lamar CC, Sarah was a team captain for two years leading while setting numerous school records in the 2005 season. Some of the records Sarah holds include 518 total digs, a 4.28 dig/game average, and a 29 dig performance. She tallied 20 or more digs five times in 2005 and garnered an All-Region IX South selection. “With Sarah’s ability to pass and defend, she will be a major part in why OPSU Volleyball will be successful in 2006.” said head coach Eric Viney.

Catherine “Cat” Clay – Outside Hitter/Middle Hitter (Deming, NM – Deming HS) A two-time New Mexico 4A Player of the Year, Cat is the type of athlete that every volleyball program in the nation is looking for. “We can’t say enough about how excited we are to have Cat as a part of this program," said Viney. "Cat is the ideal athlete that every coach wants to have involved with their program. She is extremely athletic, skilled, and court savvy. Needless to say, the expectations we have for Cat during her career here are limitless. Everyone needs to keep an eye out for this athlete.” Cat will also be joining the OPSU Women’s Basketball program, where she is also expected to have a good career.

Cheryl Coldwell – Setter (Norman, OK – Norman HS) Cheryl comes to OPSU to help fill the vacant setting position for the Lady Aggies. “Cheryl is an extremely quick and athletic kid with a great deal of potential. I have seen Cheryl play a number of times, and after each time I watch her play, it just solidifies my very positive opinions about her. We are looking for Cheryl to step in right away and compete for the starting setter position.” said Viney.

Carli Whittler – Setter (Guymon, OK – Guymon HS) An All-Region and All-State selection, Carli adds depth to the setting position for the 2006 season. Carli has a true competitive nature that is unmatched by a lot of athletes. “Her competitiveness will help her get onto the court next year and help her learn how to handle a complex college-level offense. I am impressed with Carli’s work ethic and passion for wanting to be the best. We need that kind of desire in our volleyball program.” said Viney. Carli is one of two Guymon High School players to join the OPSU Volleyball program as Caryn Scofield is expected to walk-on to the team. Alisa Byers, a 2004 Guymon graduate, is already with the Lady Aggies program.

Amber McKinney – Middle Hitter (San Antonio, TX – Hill Junior College) Amber is another strong physical player joining the Aggie team. An All-Conference and All-Region performer at Hill Junior College, she adds another big swing and great leadership qualities. “Amber is the big swinging, terminating presence that we have been looking for to add to our program for next season. She has a ton of experience in big game situations and she knows how to carry a team to victory. Her competitiveness and will to win will help this team achieve many of its goals this fall,” says Head Coach Eric Viney.