PDF of Preaseason Notes The Panthers return a strong corps of veterans on defense and offense and, along with Missouri State, had the most named to the preseason all-conference team. Karlie Taylor and Piper Thomas were named to the preseason all-conference team. "We have a couple of players in Kendyl Sorge and Piper Thomas who have started since they were freshmen, so we obviously look to them to lead the way," said head coach Bobbi Petersen.
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa – UNI volleyball opens the 2018 season at the top of the MVC preseason poll, and two Panthers were named to the preseason all-conference team.