Volleyball Announces 2018-19 Signing Class
Brenau University Athletics announces the signing of six student-athletes to the 2018-19 volleyball team.
Rachel Hodges, Kadaija James, MacKenzie Kirby, Taylor Moses, Sydney Norton and Abigayle Towns will all join the Golden Tigers volleyball program for the upcoming season.
"We are excited about our incoming freshman class," said sixth-year head coach Michael Carter. "This is a solid group of athletes and who will have the ability to have a positive impact on the program immediately and for the next four years."
Hodges, the daughter of Claudia and Mike Hodges, is a graduate of Mountain View High School in Lawrenceville, Ga. She was a four-year scholar athlete at Mountain View, as well as the recipient of both the Most Improved and Defensive player awards.
"Rachel plays middle and has the length and experience to help anchor that position for us right away," said Carter.
James, the daughter of LaMitra Glover-Gordon and Robert James, is a graduate of Ridge Spring Monetta High School. During her prep career, the defensive specialist was a two-time All-Region player and a National Technical Honor Society Member.
According to Carter, "Kadaija comes to us as primarily a back row player. We are looking for her to help solidify our passing, defense and serving."
Kirby, the daughter of Christy and Jay Kirby, is a native of Danielsville, Georgia and a graduate of Athens Christian School. While at Athens Christian, Kirby was an All-Area Honorable Mention selection.
"MacKenzie has a very well-rounded skill set. She should be able to help the team in a number of areas- from passing and defense to hitting and serving."
Moses, the daughter of Ann and Sidney Sanders and Shane Moses, and a graduate of South Cobb High School in Austell, GA. During her prep career, the standout was a dual sport athlete that competed in both volleyball and basketball.
"We are thrilled to be able to add a player of Taylor Moses's caliber to the roster," said Carter. "She is a fantastic athlete who will compete immediately for playing time on the pins."
Norton, the daughter of Lori and Brad Norton, is a graduate of Walhalla High School in Walhalla, SC. She was a 2017 SCHSL All-State player, a two-time All-Region player and the 2017 All Mountain Lakes Player of the Year.
According to Carter, "Sydney is a talented setter who will quickly become comfortable running our offense."
Towns, the daughter of Julie and Preston Towns, was a standout player from Loganville High School in Loganville, Georgia. The versatile six-footer was a first-team all-region player during her prep career.
"Abigayle is a fierce competitor and leader who has the physical talent to make an immediate impact," said Carter. "She also has the versatility to contribute in many different ways."
The team returns seven letter winners from the 2017-18 season.