University of Jamestown head volleyball coach Jon Hegerle has announced the signing of Ali Hasche of Bismarck, ND who will join the Jimmies in the 2015-2016 season.
Ali played volleyball at Century High School where she was awarded Team MVP, Team Captain, WDA Senior Athlete of the Year, WDA All-Conference, State All-Tournament Team, and All-State 1st Team Selection. Her senior year she had 287 kills, 86 blocks, and 18 aces. Ali stands 6’0″ and also participated in Track & Field. Academically, she is a member of the National Honor Society, was senior class president, and was also a presidential academic scholar.
Coach Hegerle says of Hasche, “We are really excited that Ali has decided to become a Jimmie! Ali is team-centered and versatile having played in 3 state championship matches in HS in 3 different positions. She certainly enjoys competing, but more importantly, she understands what it means to have a team-first perspective. Ali is a tremendous student and teammate and we feel fortunate to be able to be part of her future.”
Ali plans to major in Communications and will be a welcome addition to the University of Jamestown family. She said of her decision, “I chose the University of Jamestown because of the number of Jamestown alumni I know who are highly successful in their careers, which showed me what a wonderful education the university offers. Also, after getting to know the coaches and playing with the university’s team, I feel honored to play for a team that demonstrates such excellence and integrity in the game of volleyball.
University of Jamestown head men’s soccer coach Tommy Nienhaus has announced the signing of Nick Nguyen of Moorhead High School who will join the Jimmies in the 2015-2016 season.
Nguyen (Moorhead, MN) played varsity soccer for three years in high school and junior varsity during his freshman year. During that time, he was awarded the title of Best Offensive Player and the Class Act Award. His team were the Section 8AA Champions during the 2012 – 2013 season. Nguyen was also part of the Moorhead Soccer Club and the Tri-City Storm Soccer Club.
Coach Nienhaus says of Nguyen, “Nick is a solid all-around person. He plays with current signee’s Austin Peterson and Justin Froslie and will come here prepared to play at a high level. Nick is yet another versatile player who can play anywhere in the midfield and is suited for the college game. It will challenging and fun to help Nick develop as he settles into our program.”
Nguyen plans to major in exercise science and business while at the University of Jamestown. He said of his decision, “I really enjoyed everything when I was on my campus visit. The staff, soccer team, facilities, and everything else were all great so it just felt like a good fit for me.”
The University of Jamestown was established in 1883 and is ranked as a top regional school in both US News and World Report and The Princeton Review. The school features development of the whole person through its distinctive Journey to Success experience.
