Women's Volleyball | 7/22/2022 2:23:00 PM

BLOOMSBURG, Pa. - Four years ago, head coach Dan Kreiger knew that the 2022 recruiting class would need to be a group that could make a big impact. Last year, the Bloomsburg University volleyball team graduated 10 players from its inaugural recruiting class. Those individuals helped shape the program and set the standard for its future. Replacing them was going to require some talented student-athletes and this group fits all of those needs and the coaching staff believes they will continue to drive this program forward.
 

#10 Emma Antigua (Kimball, Minn./Kimball)
Freshman • Outside Hitter – Antigua is an outside hitter from South Haven, Minnesota. She graduated from Kimball High School and played club volleyball for Minnesota Select. Antigua is a talented 6-rotation outside hitter. She has the ability to impact the game from all phases. She is a strong attacker and can handle the serve-receive and defensive responsibilities of her position.
 
Coach Kreiger says "I am excited to see how her personality and ability impact our program."
 

#3 Dollie Byrd (Buford, Ga./Lanier)
Freshman • Outside Hitter - Byrd is an outside hitter from Buford, Georgia. She graduated from Lanier High School and played club volleyball for A5. Byrd is an energetic outside hitter who has her best volleyball ahead of her. She passes and defends well.
 
Coach Kreiger says "I am looking forward to helping her develop into a strong player for us."


#12 Erin Clark (Gilbert, Ariz./Gilbert)
Freshman • Setter/Defensive Specialist – Clark is a setter/defensive specialist from Gilbert, Arizona. She graduated from Gilbert High School and played club volleyball for Aspire. Clark has a very strong skill set. She runs a good offense. She also is a very strong defender.
 
Coach Kreiger says "Erin has a great energy and work-ethic that I am confident will help her to great things at BU."


#4 Marlee Johnson (Newville, Pa./Big Spring)
Freshman • Outside Hitter – Johnson is an outside hitter from Newville, Pennsylvania. She graduated from Big Spring High School and played club volleyball for Revolution. Johnson is an explosive outside hitter who really impressed us a few of the camps she attended.
 
Coach Kreiger says "Her attacking will impact us right away. I look forward to seeing Marlee develop her all around game here at BU."


#2 Tayla Miller (Bellefonte, Pa./Bellefonte)
Freshman • Defensive Specialist– Miller is a defensive specialist from Bellefonte, Pennsylvania. She graduated from Bellefonte High School and played for former BU assistant coach, Monica Smith. Miller is a tough and determined volleyball player.
 
Coach Kreiger says "She is a gritty defender that I think will surprise some people in our gym. I am excited to have her positive energy in our gym every day."


#18 Grace Rinehimer (Boyertown, Pa./Boyertown)
Freshman • Setter/Opposite – Rinehimer is a setter/opposite from Boyertown, Pennsylvania. She graduated from Boyertown High School and played club volleyball for Surge. Rinehimer brings good size to our setting and hitting groups.
 
Coach Kreiger says "She is determined to work her way onto the court and I am eager to see her get to work. As Grace gets stronger and adjusts to the college game, she will continue to impact our team."


#14 Hannah Robson (Charlotte, N.C./Arborbrook)
Freshamn • Defensive Specialist– Robson is a defensive specialist from Charlotte, North Carolina. She graduated from Arborbrook Christian and played club volleyball for Carolina Union. Robson is a skilled defensive player with very good platform skills.

Coach Kreiger says "Her competitiveness will serve her well in our group of talented DS's. I think Hannah will come in and challenge for playing time right away."


#1 Allison Saalfrank (Perkasie, Pa./Pennridge)
Freshman • Defensive Specialist– Saalfrank is a defensive specialist from Perkasie, Pennsylvania. She graduated from Pennridge High School and played club volleyball for Infinity. Saalfrank is a very steady and consistent defensive player. She has great platform skills and sees the game well.
 
Coach Kreiger says "I am very excited to see her progress at the collegiate level. I think she will be a very good player for BUVB."
 
Coach Kreiger's Thoughts on the 2022 Incoming Class: "We have had the opportunity to see each of these athletes compete in our gym or at our camps. They have all shown us things that make Kate and I excited to coach them. I am very confident they will have a positive impact on our program. Each of them is strong academically, which is something we value here. They all have a desire to be a part of our volleyball program and help us set new standards each year. The future of BUVB is bright and this group is a big reason why."
 
The Huskies are set to return to the court on Friday, August 26, as they travel to California, Pa., for the California (PA) Tournament to open the season. Bloomsburg takes on Lake Erie College in the weekend's first match at 3:00 p.m.