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Lewis University Athletics Announces Recruiting Class for 2025 Season

Strategic Insights

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Lewis University Athletics has unveiled its recruiting class, consisting of six highly skilled athletes, as the program readies for the highly anticipated 2025 season. The incoming class boasts impressive credentials, with each recruit showcasing exceptional skills honed through years of competition in their respective high schools. The team's prospects have been making waves in their respective regions, earning numerous accolades and breaking records in the process.

Key Takeaways:

  • Hannah Dietzenbach, a standout outside hitter, was the Fall River High School Outstanding Senior Athlete and two-time Most Valuable Player, earning a .308 kill percentage, 194 blocks, 281 digs, and 112 aces throughout her high school career.
  • Grace Erwin, an elite hitter, recorded 616 kills, 395 blocks, and a .460 hitting percentage at Solon High School, while also being a three-time First Team All-Conference selection and team captain.
  • Kaileigh Krawiec, a dominant setter, accumulated 1,141 assists for her career to go with 78 kills, 47.5 blocks, 228 digs, and 78 aces at Lake Park High School, earning multiple all-tournament teams and academic distinction.
  • Addison Lampe, a libero extraordinaire, recorded 105 career aces, 1,283 career serve receives, and 938 digs at Mater Dei High School, becoming the Defensive Player of the Year twice and leading her team to consecutive state championships.
  • Kynzie Lilly, a libero with a storied past, showcased her prowess with 487 digs (4.51 digs/set), 148 assists, and 27 aces last year at Southwest Baptist University, while also holding multiple high school records.
  • Hadley Rogge, an outside hitter with a proven track record, was named IVCA All-State First Team, northwest Herald All-Area, and Chicagoland Christian Conference, while boasting over 500 career kills and earning academic honors.
  • Abigail Sullivan, a seasoned outside hitter, returns to Illinois after helping Rider finish third in the MAAC, while contributing to Carmel Catholic High School's state championship wins in basketball and volleyball.

Statistics:

  • Hannah Dietzenbach: 933 kills, 194 blocks, 281 digs, 112 aces, and a .308 kill percentage.
  • Grace Erwin: 616 kills, 395 blocks, 1,283 serve receives, and a .460 hitting percentage.
  • Kaileigh Krawiec: 1,141 assists, 78 kills, 47.5 blocks, 228 digs, and 78 aces.
  • Addison Lampe: 105 career aces, 1,283 career serve receives, and 938 digs.
  • Kynzie Lilly: 487 digs (4.51 digs/set), 148 assists, and 27 aces.
  • Hadley Rogge: Over 500 career kills, IVCA All-State First Team, and Chicagoland Christian Conference.

Sources:

  • Lewis University Athletics
  • Lewis University Athletics Recruiting Class Press Release
  • Fall River High School
  • Solon High School
  • Lake Park High School
  • Mater Dei High School
  • University of New Mexico
  • Southwest Baptist University
  • Marian Central Catholic
  • Rider University
  • Carmel Catholic High School
  • French Federation of Volleyball

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