VOLLEYBALL: Preseason Practice Is Inching Closer

BIG RAPIDS - Ferris State University is looking forward to a positive season of volleyball and we're getting the first glimpses of the team the Bulldogs will send to the court.

The returning starters for the Bulldogs are led by seniors Kristy Gilchrist, a 6-foot middle hitter; Katie Edwards, a 5-foot-11 outside hitter; and Sarah Lark, another 5-foot-11 middle hitter.

In addition to the returning seniors, Ferris will have a number of veterans back with experience to lead the Bulldogs this fall. Ferris finished 16-12 last season, but the team has high hopes for a better record this coming season.

There are some holes fill in the Bulldogs' lineup, but the new season is a fresh start and the competition soon will begin.

To get a first glimpse at the team the Bulldogs will send to the hardwood, visit the "Quick Facts" page: http://www.ferris.edu/sports/vollybal/09quick/homepage.htm

The season opener for Ferris is Thursday Aug. 27 when it hosts St. Joseph's in the Ewigleben Sports Arena beginning at 7 p.m.