LANSING, Mich.

The Great Lakes Christian College volleyball team is ready to kick offthe 2023 season. Under first year coach Melvin Balogh in 2022, the team managed to win 16 sets which was a drastic increase since the return of the volleyball program in 2020. The Crusaders finished the season falling to Regional champion Welch College at the NCCAA Mideast Regional Championship.
 
When asked about his expectations for the season, Coach Balogh mentioned they are "fortunate this year that we bring back captains Laura Ganong (Senior/Rightside) and Sofia
Marcolongo (Sophomore/Outside) as their leadership is not only on the court but also takes place outside the gym as they lead by example." He continued to mention that "their work ethic is contagious, and their positive attitude is helping this team grow." He also went on to say, "we are very fortunate to have all our scoring players return."
 
The Great Lakes roster consists fairly heavily of returning players. Key returners are Sofia Marcolono, Emma Hokanson and Laura Ganong on the pins. Stella Dunham will be returning in the Middle. While MarKayla Mayhoe will be returning as an Outside/Defensive role. Incoming athletes consist of GeTara Brown, Alinah Leas, Jonai Fry, and Kiara Kemp. Coach Balogh said this about the incoming athletes, "Expectations are high, and they will have key roles to play in our success."
 
The Crusaders open their season on Friday, August 25 at 6pm vs. Boyce followed by a Saturday morning match up at 11am as they face former Regional Champ Welch College.