The University of Minnesota Crookston has appointed Sarah Dryburgh as the top assistant coach for its women's volleyball team, under first-year head coach Kathleen Rustad. Dryburgh, previously head coach at Fosston High School, is known for building the Greyhounds into a Northern Minnesota powerhouse, leading them to 11 final four appearances in the Section 8A Championship between 2008 and 2019. She brings extensive experience, including her collegiate playing career at Bemidji State, where she excelled in multiple statistical categories. Dryburgh expresses excitement for the opportunity and aims to develop the current and future Golden Eagles athletes. Coach Rustad emphasizes that Dryburgh's expertise will be pivotal in advancing the program and its athletes.

By the Numbers
  • Dryburgh led Fosston High School to the Section 8A Championship final four 11 times in 12 years.
  • The Greyhounds had 20 or more wins in 10 of Dryburgh’s 12 seasons as head coach.
State of Play
  • Under Dryburgh’s guidance, the Golden Eagles will benefit from returning players with over 200 matches of collective experience.
  • The team is entering a new era with first-year coach Kathleen Rustad, who is committed to building the program.
What's Next

As the season approaches, Dryburgh and Rustad will focus on integrating their strategies and fostering team cohesion, likely influenced by the strong foundation of returning players. The upcoming season plans to leverage their prior successes while aiming for competitive standing within the NSIC.

Bottom Line

With the hiring of Sarah Dryburgh, the Golden Eagles are poised for a promising season. Her track record at Fosston and understanding of the collegiate level are expected to drive positive momentum for Minnesota Crookston's volleyball program.