Amherst College Athletics

• "I selected Virginia Wesleyan because I was impressed with Coach Hoover and the volleyball program. Once I visited, it felt like home.
• Selected Virginia Wesleyan over Western Carolina University, East Carolina University, Stevenson University, and Concord University

VWC Career Statistics

Season Highlights

2011

• TBA

Collegiate Accomplishments

• TBA

Prep Accolades

• Competed in volleyball and softball
• Led team to a 23-3 record as a senior
• 2010 North Carolina Mid-State 3A Player of the Year
• 2010 Norht Carolina Mid-State 3A All-Tournament team
• North Carolina Mid-State 3A All-Conference
• North Carolina Mid-State 3A All-Conference Athletic Academic

Personal

• Daughter of Perry and Danny Slade; mother attended East Carolina University and father attended Appalachian State University
• Has one sister, Marla, who attends Appalachian State University
• Enjoys country music and vacations to Paris
• Favorites include the movie "Remember the Titans" and the TV series "Gossip Girl"
• A fan of football's Carolina Panthers, tennis player Serena Williams, and actor Matthew McConaughey
• Self-description in 10 words or less: "Friendly, outgoing, competitive, and religious"
• My favorite aspect of being an athlete is: "Being part of a team"
• The part of my game I've improved the most is: "Faster defense"
• My personal athletic goal at VWC is: "To become better everyday!"
• If I could participate in a reality show it would be: "The Amazing Race- I like to travel and I love a challenge!"
• If I could spend one day with a famous person from any time period it would be: "President John F. Kennedy because he was one of the most outstanding and involved people of his time."
• People might be surprised to know: "I'm a farm girl. I grew up with horses and cows and worked in the field. I watch the deer in the yard as I sit on the front porch in the rocker with my sweet tea and homemade biscuits."
• If I could possess one superpower it would be: "Being able to be two places at once. I could do more things."
• It's the year 2025 and: "I'll be in North Carolina with a family of my own."
• The most important advice I've received is: "Put God first in your life." --Parents