Mississippi University Women’s Volleyball Players Honored on 2023 Academic All-District Team
Mississippi University for Women has four student-athletes recognized on the 2023 Academic All-District® Women's Volleyball Team, selected by College Sports Communicators. The quartet includes Amonie Silas, Madison Suggs, Llayne Skinner, and Hannah Duran.
- Suggs holds the Owls' career record with 1,180 digs and set the single-season record of 510 digs in 2023.
- Silas led The W in kills per set at 2.56 and topped the regulars in attack average at .204.
- Skinner, a double major in legal studies and business, has been the team's go-to attacker, leading The W in total attacks in each of the past two seasons.
- Duran, majoring in kinesiology, averaged 3.95 assists per set and contributed 2.52 digs per set.
- These outstanding student-athletes are nominated for Academic All-District® recognition by communications directors and must have a minimum 3.50 GPA and meet high athletic standards.
- A select group of student-athletes advances to the national ballot, and the Academic All-America® program separately recognizes volleyball honorees in four divisions
The Mississippi University for Women has achieved notable recognition for its student-athletes' outstanding performance on the court and in the classroom, with four members landing on the 2023 Academic All-District® Women's Volleyball Team. The quartet's exceptional academic and athletic achievements underscore the university's commitment to excellence in both sports and academics.
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