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Alondra Vazquez drafted #1 in Puerto Rico

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – One of the best to wear the University of Evansville uniform will be taking her talents to the next level. Alondra Vazquez was selected as the #1 pick in the Women's Superior Volleyball Draw by Atenienses de Manati in her native Puerto Rico.

Vazquez reached an agreement with the team to play in the upcoming season, which runs from February through May. Manati is coming off a strong season that saw them advance to the semifinals before falling to the eventual champion.

This will be Vazquez' first professional league experience. Last summer, she played with the Puerto Rico National Team and competed with the best players in the league.