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Volleyball Announces Additions of Hawkins and Poeck on National Signing Day
11/13/2024 5:38:00 PM | Women's Volleyball
Welcome to Wake Forest, Kelis Hawkins and Sadie Poeck!
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – National Signing Day has arrived for the 2024-25 school year and Wake Forest volleyball has announced a pair of signees for its Class of 2025 – Kelis Hawkins and Sadie Poeck.
The two new Demon Deacons are set to arrive on campus in fall 2024.
Kelis Hawkins | 6-3 | Middle Blocker | Fontana, Calif. | Etiwanda High School
Kelis will arrive at DEACTOWN as a product from the West Coast, having enjoyed a standout career at Etiwanda High School in Rancho Cucamonga, California. Competing at the middle blocker spot, the 6'3" athlete has pace the Eagles to league and tournament championships as one of the top players in the Baseline League. Off the court, Kelis has impressed as a consistent honor roll student and holds interest in studying sociology or environmental science during her college tenure. Outside of volleyball, Kelis also has enjoyed notable success in basketball, having won a national championship during the 2023-24 season.
Kelis Hawkins High School Volleyball Accolades & Accomplishments
"I chose Wake Forest because I could see myself attending the institution and taking advantage of the academic and athletic opportunities there. During my time on campus, I hope to accomplish my goal of getting a bachelor's degree in Sociology or Environmental Science. If something else comes up, I can adjust my goal and work toward a new career."
Sadie Poeck | 6-0 | Right-Side Hitter | Zionsville, Ind. | Western Boone High School
A prospect from the Midwest, Sadie has competed as a four-year varsity letter winner for Western Boone High School's varsity volleyball squad. Last week (Nov. 9), she helped the Stars win the 2024 Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) 2A state championship – the first ever in program history. The title win, a three-set sweep, saw the all-conference hitter total 10 kills. On the club volleyball scene, Sadie has competed for Circle City 18 Purple. She comes from a family of athletes, as her parents Chad and Dava played college baseball and basketball, respectively, while her older sister, Sydny, currently plays college softball. At the moment, Sadie has an eye on studying health and exercise science and business.
Sadie Poeck High School/Club Volleyball Accolades & Accomplishments
"I chose Wake Forest for the outstanding athletic programs, as well as the amazing academics the school has to offer. I wanted to graduate from a distinguished university to pursue a master's and doctorate degree."
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The two new Demon Deacons are set to arrive on campus in fall 2024.
Coming in from Cali;
— Wake Forest Volleyball (@WakeVolleyball) November 13, 2024
𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝗸𝗲, Kelis 💛#GoDeacs 🎩 pic.twitter.com/dJLsKaxiLv
Kelis Hawkins | 6-3 | Middle Blocker | Fontana, Calif. | Etiwanda High School
Kelis will arrive at DEACTOWN as a product from the West Coast, having enjoyed a standout career at Etiwanda High School in Rancho Cucamonga, California. Competing at the middle blocker spot, the 6'3" athlete has pace the Eagles to league and tournament championships as one of the top players in the Baseline League. Off the court, Kelis has impressed as a consistent honor roll student and holds interest in studying sociology or environmental science during her college tenure. Outside of volleyball, Kelis also has enjoyed notable success in basketball, having won a national championship during the 2023-24 season.
Kelis Hawkins High School Volleyball Accolades & Accomplishments
- Helped Etiwanda advance to the 2024 California Division II state playoffs
- 2023 first team All-Baseline League selection
- 2022 All-Baseline League Academics
- Voted Most Improved in 2022-23
- 2024 Norco Tournament champion
- 2024 Baseline League undefeated champion
- 2024 CIF Division II semifinalist
- 2022 Sunkist League champion
"I chose Wake Forest because I could see myself attending the institution and taking advantage of the academic and athletic opportunities there. During my time on campus, I hope to accomplish my goal of getting a bachelor's degree in Sociology or Environmental Science. If something else comes up, I can adjust my goal and work toward a new career."
Hailing from the Midwest ~
— Wake Forest Volleyball (@WakeVolleyball) November 13, 2024
𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗮𝗸𝗲, @sadiepoeck 💛
#GoDeacs 🎩 pic.twitter.com/v1b05LGqHc
Sadie Poeck | 6-0 | Right-Side Hitter | Zionsville, Ind. | Western Boone High School
A prospect from the Midwest, Sadie has competed as a four-year varsity letter winner for Western Boone High School's varsity volleyball squad. Last week (Nov. 9), she helped the Stars win the 2024 Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) 2A state championship – the first ever in program history. The title win, a three-set sweep, saw the all-conference hitter total 10 kills. On the club volleyball scene, Sadie has competed for Circle City 18 Purple. She comes from a family of athletes, as her parents Chad and Dava played college baseball and basketball, respectively, while her older sister, Sydny, currently plays college softball. At the moment, Sadie has an eye on studying health and exercise science and business.
Sadie Poeck High School/Club Volleyball Accolades & Accomplishments
- 2024 IHSAA 2A state champion
- 2024 Delta semi-state champion
- 2024 Sectional 37 champion
- 2024 IHSAA 2A regional champion
- 2024 IHSAA 2A first team all-state pick
- 2024 first team all-conference selection in the Sagamore Conference
- All-district team pick
- Helped pace Circle City 18 Purple to:
- 2nd place at Windy City, 17 Open
- 3rd place at MEQ, 17 Open
- 5th place at USAV Nationals, 17 Open
"I chose Wake Forest for the outstanding athletic programs, as well as the amazing academics the school has to offer. I wanted to graduate from a distinguished university to pursue a master's and doctorate degree."
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