RALEIGH – The Wolfpack volleyball program has announced the addition of three athletes for 2023, as released by head coach Luka Slabe Monday morning.
Slabe said, “Pack Volleyball is delighted to welcome a group of strong young women that will continue to help us build this volleyball program. Every single one can impact our program in unique ways, with a focus always on the team.”
Joining the Pack in January 2023 will be freshman Laurna Kerr and junior transfer Skye Stokes.
Kerr, a prep standout at NC Academy, will join the Pack as a defensive specialist/libero. She was tabbed team MVP in 2021-22, in addition to All-Conference honors in 2022-23. She was scholar-athlete, in addition to a member of Honor Roll, National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, Science Honors Society, Rho Kappa, English Honors Society.
“Laurna will add much needed depth to our competitive Libero position. With her calm and poise, she can have an impact on our locker room culture. We are excited to see her development under our guidance.” – head coach Slabe
Stokes, a junior from Charleston, W.V., will join the Wolfpack after three seasons with the Mountaineers. She tallied 861 career digs to average 2.96 per set. During the 2022 season, Stokes led the team with 369 digs
“Skye’s colorful personality, passion for the game, range of her volleyball skill, and Big 12 experience will elevate play in our gym. We need more fearless competitors to help us outwork the competition. We see her as a big contributor to the success of this program.” – head coach Slabe
Joining the Pack in fall 2023 will be Kate Petersen – a prep standout from Leawood, Kan. The setter was tabbed First-Team All-Conference in 2022, Second-Team All-Conference in 2021, and honorable mention in 2020. She was also a member of National Honor Society.
“Kate’s work ethic and dedication to learning are traits we seek in every member of Pack volleyball. She will complete our very strong group of setters for the 2023 season. She is a fierce competitor that will make everyone around better.” – head coach Slabe
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