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Nichols College Names Jack Normandin Interim Head Men's Volleyball Coach

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Nichols College, a prominent institution in Massachusetts, has appointed Jack Normandin '25 as the interim head coach of the men's volleyball program, succeeding a remarkable season that culminated in the team's first NCAA Tournament win. Normandin's return to Nichols College is met with excitement, given his impressive background as a standout student-athlete and his understanding of the program's tradition and values. As an accomplished athlete, Normandin brings a wealth of experience to the role, having played for Rivier University and Nichols College as an outside hitter.

Key Takeaways:

  • Jack Normandin '25 has been named the interim head coach of the men's volleyball program at Nichols College.
  • Normandin led the Bison to an unprecedented season, securing their third consecutive NEVC Championship title and their first NCAA Tournament win.
  • He also led the team to a second tournament victory over No. 3 Stevens, marking the first time a host institution was eliminated in NCAA DIII men's volleyball history.
  • Normandin has impressive credentials as an athlete, having appeared in 62 career matches, totaling 676 kills, 379 digs, and 83 aces with a .313 hitting percentage.
  • He holds multiple Nichols College program records, including single-season kills, single-match hitting percentage, single-season digs, and single-season service aces.
  • Normandin's experience as a student-athlete has provided him with a unique perspective on the team's values and tradition.
  • As interim head coach, Normandin aims to help the current student-athletes develop their potential and achieve success.

Statistics:

  • Normandin appeared in 62 career matches across two seasons.
  • He totaled 676 kills (3.33 K/S), 379 digs, and 83 aces with a .313 hitting percentage.
  • Normandin was a two-time All-NEVC First Team selection and the 2024 NEVC Player of the Year.
  • He was also an AVCA All-Region I Outside Hitter (2024) and an AVCA Second Team All-American (2024).
  • Normandin holds the program records for single-season kills (345), single-match hitting percentage (.700), single-season digs (234), and single-season service aces (45).

Sources:

  • Nichols College Athletics Massachusetts news release.

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