Fall 2009 Women's Volleyball Roster

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Jersey Number 9

Emma Melendez

  • Position:
    L
  • Class:
    Sophomore
  • Major:
    Pre-Law
  • Hometown:
    Libertyville, Ill
  • High School:
    Libertyville High School

As a freshman…appeared in 25 matches…led the team with 294 season digs…averaged a team high 3.59 digs per set…had 22 service aces…ranked second in the Patriot league in digs per set…In high school … played in the class 4A (largest in Illinois) … three year varsity starter … helped lead team to first IHSA State Tournament appearance in school history in 2007 … led team to a record of 34-6, placing 4th in the state … named All Conference and North Suburban Conference Honorable Mention … All-Area Player two years in a row.

 

Why Lehigh? “I chose Lehigh because of the strong traditions the University holds, especially pertaining to the academics and athletics Lehigh prides themselves with, not to mention the gorgeous campus, and the opportunity to play in a Division I volleyball program.”

 

What would you tell an incoming recruit about your coach? 

“Coach Maurer was one of the top reasons why I chose Lehigh; she truly wants what is best for every individual player, even outside the volleyball court.  She knows so much about the game of volleyball from every aspect and has such a passion for the game.  She is a coach that not only wants to make you a better volleyball player, but also a better person.” 

 

What does it mean to be a part of the Lehigh student-athlete experience?

“I am so excited to represent Lehigh, wear brown and white, and cheer on the Mountain Hawks!!”

Year

GP

K

E

TA

PCT.

SA

SE

DIG

BS

BA

TB

A

2008

82

4

9

61

-.082

22

16

294

0

0

0

19

Total

82

4

9

61

-.082

22

16

294

0

0

0

19

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