said. “We have the ability to
win games. Every game the
objective is to execute.”
of the team’s most talented
players and still has three
years before she graduates.
The Golden Eagles’ talent
is spread throughout the
roster. Sophomore Heather
Ferchland led the team with
343 kills on the year.
“Kelly is a very good
player.” Pantophelt said.
“She reads the court well. As
her confidence builds, she’s
surprising us more and more.
Freshman Taylor Ahmed
was the team leader in digs
with 328.
Going forward, the Golden
Eagles are set up to succeed.
They have the players and the
talent, but their inconsistency
is something they need to
work on.
One of the biggest
surprises for Pantophelt has
been the play of freshman
Erin Kelly, who won the
starting position. In her first
year with the team, she has
put up 127 kills and 53 service
aces. She is emerging as one
“If we get our consistency
under control, it is going to
be very hard for teams to beat
us,” Pantophelt said.