Schmitz Gains All-Conference RecognitionSophomore libero name honorable mention
Nov. 17, 2008
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Milwaukee, Wis. – In closing the books on the 2008 women’s volleyball season, the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference (CCAC) has announced the 2008 All-Conference selections. Enduring a tough season, the Cardinal Stitch University Wolves women’s volleyball program received lone representation on the list as Jackie Schmitz (Menomonee Falls, Wis.) has been named honorable mention.
Competing in her junior season at Stritch, Schmitz had a strong 2008 campaign tallying 418 digs for the Wolves. The third-year libero had been stellar on the defensive end by recording only 46 reception errors in 752 chances, good for a .939 receiving percentage.
“The libero serves the purpose of being the defensive captain for us and Jackie has been excellent in that area the last three years,” said head coach Eric Poppelman. “She’s not only very quick and athletic, but Jackie finds a way to make big plays in key moments.”
Durability has also been a key in to the Wolves’ junior success. In her three-year stint at Stritch, Schmitz has appeared in 307 games throughout 89 matches.
For Schmitz, this is the third straight year that she has appeared on the All-Conference team in some fashion. She was a first team All-Conference member last season and was an honorable mention selection her freshman season as well.