(Audubon, IA) – With a very successful volleyball season for the Audubon Wheelers, comes a college signing for Audubon. Addie Hocker officially signed with Mount Mercy to become a Mustang on Wednesday afternoon. Hocker was looking for not only a successful volleyball program to join but also a wonderful nursing program as she looks to further both her collegiate and athletic careers.
One thing that Hocker is looking forward to is just jumping right in and playing volleyball. She is more than excited to start her career and hopes to move up quickly to the varsity level. With her stats this season, she definitely has a chance to move up quickly. The senior setter had 603 assists, led the team in aces with 57, and was second on the team in blocks with 29. Those stats help to bring the confidence to the next level.
Addie’s decision to get into the nursing program hits right at home as her mom not only went to Mount Mercy but also joined the nursing program, something that Addie is looking to follow in the footsteps of. She is looking to help people while also playing the sport that she loves.
Head coach Brandi Bueltel knows that Hocker’s setting ability and volleyball knowledge will help her rise to the next level.
Addie’s leadership was easy to see on the floor this season, especially when it came to her helping out her teammates. Coach Bueltel was proud of the setter’s leadership skills and her versatility on the floor.
With any good player, comes a great academic student. Coach Bueltel is looking forward to Addie going on to college to become a wonderful nurse while hitting the books and playing volleyball.
It is a great accomplishment to see a player sign on to play at the collegiate level and we wish the best of luck to Addie on her journey.
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