Southwest Minnesota State University head volleyball coach Tyler Boddy has announced four high school student-athletes who have signed letters of intent to join the SMSU volleyball program for the 2024 season. The signees are Kennedy Drake, Natalie Pilney, Josie Pundt, and Paige Steinmetz, each bringing diverse skill sets and accolades from their high school careers. Coach Boddy expressed excitement about the addition of these players to the Mustang volleyball program.

By the Numbers
  • Kennedy Drake closed her high school career with 643 digs, 69 service aces, and 190 assists
  • Natalie Pilney recorded 215 kills, 44 digs, 93 blocks, and 40 aces in her senior season
  • Josie Pundt finished her senior season with 335 kills, 211 digs, 32 blocks, and 13 aces
  • Paige Steinmetz concluded her high school career with 1,056 kills on a .312 hitting percentage, 927 digs, 231 assists, and 113 total blocks
State of Play
  • SMSU closed the 2023 season 23-7 overall, advanced to the NCAA Tournament, and was ranked No. 11 in the final AVCA Top 25 poll
Bottom Line

The addition of these talented student-athletes to the SMSU volleyball program sets the stage for an exciting 2024 season, bolstering the team's prospects for continued success.