GREEN BAY, Wis. – The Green Bay volleyball program and head coach Abbey Sutherland announced the addition of six recruits, including four freshmen and two transfers to the 2023 recruiting class.
 
EMMA BEST | SO. | ST. JOHN, IND. | INDIANA STATE

• GJNC 18 USA Champion
• Member of the GJNC All-Tournament Team
• Named to the 2020 AVCA Under Armour All-American watch list
• Member of the 2021 PrepVolleyball top players to watch list
• GJNC All-American
• DAC All-Conference honoree
• NWI All-Area honoree

 
Why Best chose Green Bay: "I chose Green Bay because of the emphasis coaches put on players mental health, the family atmosphere, and competitive drive to get 1% better each day within the team."

Two Words to describe Best from the Green Bay coaching staff: Competitive, Eager


HANNAH VANDEN BERG | GR. | LITTLE CHUTE, WIS. | MARQUETTE

• BIG EAST All-Freshman Team (2019-2020)
• BIG EAST All-Preseason Team (2020-2021)
• BIG EAST Weekly Honor Roll (March 2)
• All-Rainbow Wahine Classic (2021-2022)
• .232 career attacking percentage
• Career-high 16 kills on 10/16/2021 Seton Hall
• Three-time conference player of the year in high school

 
Why Vanden Berg chose Green Bay: "Growing up in the area and living so close, Green Bay has always had a good reputation for academics and sports. Once I had the opportunity to play another year I was drawn to Green Bay Volleyball's family atmosphere and positive culture. They welcomed me with open arms and I am so excited and proud to be a part of the GB family for my final season."

Two words to describe Vanden Berg from the Green Bay coaching staff: Resilient, Experienced


MOLLY CRALL | FR. | HICKSVILLE, OHIO | HICKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
Athletic Accolades

• Two-time Team MVP (2021, 2022)
• Four-time First Team All-Conference (2019,2020,2021,2022)
• Three-time First Team All-District (2020,2021,2022)
• Third Team All-Ohio
• AVCA Ohio Player of the Week
• Crescent News Player of the Year

Academic Accolades

• Honor Roll

Why Crall chose Green Bay: "I chose Green Bay because it felt like home. The coaches were so encouraging and they truly believe in each one of their players. I loved the atmosphere and the energy from the coaches and the players. They play at such a high level of competition and it felt like it would be a perfect fit for me! I'm so excited to continue my journey both athletically and academically at Green Bay!"

Two words to describe Crall from Green Bay coaching staff: Driven, Versatile
 

KIRSTEN FISH | FR. | BRODHEAD, WIS. | BRODHEAD HIGH SCHOOL
Athletic Accolades

• Team MIP
• First Team All-Conference
• State Runner-Up (2020)

Academic Accolades

• National Honor Society
• High Honor Roll every semester
• Academic Top 10 every semester

Why Fish chose Green Bay: "I chose Green Bay because the coaching staff made me feel welcomed and confident. When I attended the camp, the players showed me what it would be like to be a Phoenix and made it clear that they are a family. Having that feeling was on my checklist from the start of my recruiting process. Before UWGB volleyball was even in the picture, the campus and academic aspects of Green Bay caught my eye. I couldn't be more excited to start this new journey and
become a Phoenix!" 

Two words to describe Fish from Green Bay coaching staff: Learner, Physical
 

KENNEDY SCHMITZ | FR. | APPLETON, WIS. | FOX VALLEY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL
Athletic Accolades:

• Second Team All-Conference (2019)
• Three-time First Team All-Conference (2020-2022)
• First Team All-State (2022)
• Holds high school record of digs with 2,154

Academic Accolades:

• Best and Brightest Award Third team
• Highest Honors (2019-2020)
• High Honors (2021-2022)
• FBLA state qualifier

 
Why Schmitz chose Green Bay: "I chose Green Bay because they have great psychology and business programs. I also get to play volleyball and be surrounded by the great atmosphere and culture."

Two words to describe Schmitz from Green Bay coaching staff: Kind, Speedy

 
KATIE SCHULZ | FR. | APPLETON, WIS. | KIMBERLY HIGH SCHOOL
Athletic Accolades:

• Two-time Second Team All-Conference (2020, 2021)
• First-Team All-Conference (2022)
• Honorable Mention All-State (2020, 2021, 2022)
• Team MVP (2022)
• Best Offense (2021, 2022)

Academic Accolades

• Honor Roll (2019-2023)

 
Why Schulz chose Green Bay: "I chose GB because it is such a great atmosphere. I can see how hard the coaches and players work and put into practice because they show it during their games. I also want to major in nursing and I've heard many people say that Green Bay is a very good fit for me. Visiting the campus makes me so excited and ready to start college and compete in high level volleyball. I can't believe I'm graduating soon and I'm really looking forward to be a Phoenix!!!"

Two words to describe Schmitz from Green Bay coaching staff: Dedicated, Positive
 

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