Volleyball Signs Five During Spring Period
4/11/2008 12:00:00 AM | Volleyball
April 11, 2008
WACO, Texas -
"This is a class that will have a big impact on our team," said Barnes. "It is a very talented class and they have a great mind for the game. The greatest impact will be that we will have competition at every position for the first time and the talent to compete at the top of the Big 12. I really would like to thank Bryan Bunn for his tireless recruiting and Candice O'Brien for all her work to help bring in what may be the best recruiting class in Baylor volleyball history."
Evin Cotton is a 5-8 libero and defensive specialist from
"Evin is a quick defender and an outstanding passer," said Barnes. "She will come in and compete for our libero position right away. She has all the tools to be a top libero in the Big 12. She also brings a great energy to the team and is very vocal and mature."
Allison King is a 6-0 outside hitter from
"Allison is an outstanding all-around player who plays with a lot of toughness and poise," said Barnes. "She will compete at the left side position and because of her great ball control will compete at defensive positions as well. She is good every day and that is what makes her game special."
Zhang Qian is a 6-1 outside hitter from
"Zhang is a very experienced player for being just 18 years old," said Barnes. "She will bring a new and interesting culture to our team. She attacks the ball very hard and makes few errors. She also has good passing and defending skills. She will enroll at Baylor this summer which will help her adjust better to our team."
Jordan Rice is a 6-0 outside hitter and defensive specialist from
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Brittany Ridenour is a 5-11 setter from
"The first thing that comes to mind when I think about
During the fall signing period the Bears inked Briana Tolbert to a national letter of intent. The 6-3 middle blocker from
At the beginning of April, Baylor gained Krista Brenner, a transfer from
Baylor returns to action this weekend as the Bears travel to
2008 Volleyball Signees
Krista Brenner* 6-4 MB/RS
Evin Cotton 5-8 L/DS
Allison King 6-0 OH
Zhang Qian 6-1 OH
Brittany Ridenour 5-11 S
Briana Tolbert^ 6-3 MB
* - transfer from
^ - fall signee
