Oct. 22, 2006
USF celebrates the program's 30th season of volleyball this season and honored the top-18 players in program history Saturday, October 21 when the Dons hosted Portland in West Coast Conference action. Fourteen former players returned to the Hilltop and War Memorial Gym, some for the first time since graduating, and watched USF dismantle Portland 30-18, 30-13, 30-26.
Following the match, a special banquet was held to honor the accomplishments of the honorees, and share memories of their exploits in the Green and Gold. The event welcomed more than 120 people to the Handlery Room on the Lone Mountain campus.
USF Athletic Director Debra Gore-Mann opened the festivities with a welcome, followed by Dons Head Coach Jeff Nelson, who served as the banquet MC. Each member of the 30th USF Volleyball Anniversary Team shared memories of playing, and encouraged current Dons to cherish the moments and memories.
Former USF Senior Associate Athletic Director Sandee Hill was presented with a special award, recognizing her nearly three decades of distinguished service to the University of San Francisco Athletic Department.
USF'S 30TH ANNIVERSARY TEAM:Â Laura Bertani, OH (1979-1982); Brittanie Budinger, OH (2000-2003); Jenny Boron, S/OH (1982-1985); Kelly Harris, OH (1994-1995); Tracy Harrison, MB (1982-1985); Melanie Kaiser, OH (1988-1991); Chiara Lawrence, MB (1993-1996); Sharon Mellen, MB (1984-1987); Jodi Princeton, OH (1992-1993); Teresa Russell, MB (1999-2003); Jeanette Sargenti, MB (1994-1997); Kathy Schindler, OH (1982-1985); April Scoggin, S (2000-2003); KeLicia Shorts, MB (2002-2005); Laura Tinetti, MH (1997-2000); Lisa Tschannen, MB (1989-1992); Stephanie Voelckers, OH (2004); Amanda Willnerd, OH (1998-2001) (USFAthletics).
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The 1983 Volleyball season was one of intense action and excitement. The team was coached by Marty Kennedy. She was assisted by Liz Sloan, who made a late appearance, but integrated herself into the team with ease. The Volleyball Dons played over fifty games in cities ranging from as far North as Seattle and Spokane down to Los Angels. Kelly Fey, whose mean serves pierced the defenses of many opponents, was the captain of this group. Kelly was backed up by Kathy Shindler's stunning spikes and Jenni Boron's perfect setting.
Mary Feely provided an invaluable source of encouragement and spirit for her teammates through thick and thin. The graduating seniors include Lisa Baptista, Laura Bertani, Mary Feely and Kelly Fey. There are five freshmen in this group, so the future looks bright for the USF Volleyball Team (TheDon).
