Editor note: Lady Chargers win opener against Clark State Wednesday.
After Edison State Community College athletics were canceled this past spring, the volleyball team will kick off the return of Charger athletics this fall. The Lady Chargers have worked hard during the last year, consistently preparing for their return to the court.
Head Coach Julia Brandewie will be leading the Lady Chargers for the fifth season. In addition to her experience as a coach, Brandewie was part of her high school’s Division II State Champion team, competed internationally with Premier Volleyball Academy, and played for Owens Community College and Siena Heights University.
“We are beyond excited to be back playing this year,” Brandewie said. “For the last year, we have been practicing consistently with no games, so it’s been a long year of only practices.”
The Lady Chargers will return to the court with eight sophomores and three incoming freshmen.
Brandewie added, “Because of COVID, we have a mix of players ranging from student-athletes who have been here for three years to new incoming freshmen. I’m excited to have the leadership of our returning players.”
“This group of girls shows a tremendous amount of resilience. They have committed themselves to fall in love with the process of training. I’m excited for them to show off everything they’ve been working on for the last year.”
The team will play their first game on Wednesday, August 25, 2021, against Clark State College, which will take place on the Lady Chargers’ home court. Their first away game will be Wednesday, September 1, 2021, at Lorain County Community College.
Joining Brandewie is Tasha Potts as Assistant Coach. Potts is a former Lady Charger, an Edison State alumna, and a Piqua native. Potts’ two successful seasons as a Lady Charger enable her to provide valuable guidance in her role as a coach.
Edison State’s volleyball team competes in the Ohio Community College Athletic Conference (OCCAC) and as Division II members of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). Visit athletics.edisonohio.edu for the latest news, upcoming games, and complete rosters.
Photo: 2021 Charger Volleyball Team: Front (L to R): Emily Aiello, Koryann Elliott, Katelyn Sosby, Bristynn Graman, Jadyn Sharp; Back (L to R): Faith Bockrath, Lydia Sanchez, Sarah Pothast, Brianna Slusher, Madison Roe, Catryn Mohler.
