Wake Forest Athletics
Wake Forest Volleyball Announces Team Awards
1/31/2013 12:00:00 AM | Women's Volleyball
Jan. 31, 2013
Best Offensive Player: Andrea Beck
This award recognizes the athlete who made a significant contribution to the team's success through her offensive play (whether is be through attacking, serving, setting, etc.)
Beck led the team with 396 total kills while averaging 3.41 kills per set. A constant force in the middle, she helped fuel the offense by hitting .295 for the season.
Best Defensive Player: Megan Miller
This award recognizes the athlete who made a significant contribution through her defensive play (whether it be through blocking, or back-court play)
Miller took over at libero early on in the season and averaged 4.35 digs per set. She finished with 505 digs which ranked first on the team.
Rookie of the Year: Megan Miller
This award recognizes the player who, in her first year of competition at Wake Forest made major contributions to the success of the team. (True or redshirt Freshman)
Most Valuable Player: Andrea Beck
This award recognizes the student-athlete who by virtue of her athletic talents made the most visible impact on the team during the season. This honoree's contributions were deemed the most valuable in achieving the teams' goals.
This season, Beck was named an honoree for the Senior CLASS Award and was named to the Academic All-American first team.
Deacon Award: Ashlee Rusk
This award is presented to the athlete that has shown perseverance through any situation on and off the court. This person never gives up and shows that determination in all aspects of their lives. When given a challenge or difficult situation whether in volleyball or in their life, this person shows courage and resolve.
Dedication Award: Andrea Beck
This award, given by the volleyball sports performance coach, is for the athlete who shows the most discipline and hard work in the areas of strength and conditioning. This player shows a positive attitude and focus while in the weight room and their improvement is a reflection of their determination.
