Women's Volleyball Announces Class of 2028

SHENECTADY, NY – Head coach of women’s volleyball Annie Deloid announced the members of the Union College women’s volleyball class of 2028. The Garnet Chargers will welcome seven new team members for the 2024 season, with the group including four hitters, two setters and a libero/defensive specialist.

This year’s class is also one of the most geographically diverse groups in recent years, representing four states (Texas, Virginia, New Hampshire and Kentucky) as well as Puerto Rico.

“We are very pleased to welcome this year’s recruiting class to Union,” DeLoid said. “We have focused on a championship mindset with our returning athletes, and we know this new group will fit perfectly into the culture we are building. We look forward to a tremendous season!”

Madisen Bailey
Setter
Humble, Texas

Team captain

2023 All-District 1st Team

2022 All-District 2nd Team

From Coach DeLoid: “Madisen is a high-level passer from Texas. Her versatility and athleticism were two of many factors that really helped her stand out in the recruiting process. We are very happy to welcome Madisen!”

Madelyn Frédéric
Defensive Specialist/Libero
McLean, Virginia

Four-year varsity letter winner for McLean High School

Senior year team captain, as well as team captain for clubs 14, 16, 17 and 18

Honorable Mention All-District 2023

Sports honor roll 2020-2023

From Coach DeLoid: “Madelyn is someone who has shown deep passion and love for Union since the beginning of her recruiting process. She has a lot of positive energy and will give us depth at any defensive position We are excited to welcome Madelyn to Union!”

Melody Herrin
Middle blocker
Texas City, Texas

2023 All-District 1st Team

District Champion 2021

2023 Team Captain

Academic All-District 2020-2023

From Coach DeLoid: “Mel is a dynamic middle blocker from Texas. She trains at a high level and will undoubtedly bring competitiveness to every practice and game. We can’t wait to see what she can do in our gymnasium. Welcome to UCVB.

Allie Kronenberg
Setter
Nicholasville, KY

Offensive Player of the Year

Lexington Catholic All-Time Assistant Leader

First Team All-City

Member of the National Honor Society

From Coach DeLoid: “We are very excited to welcome Allie to the Union Volleyball family. She is a dynamic setter with an excellent work ethic and high volleyball IQ. Allie certainly has a state of championship spirit that corresponds to the core values of the UCVB.”

Adrienne Long
Outside hitter/right side
McLean, Virginia

Highlander Price

MVP Award

All-District Honorable Mention

From Coach DeLoid: “Welcome Adrienne to UCVB! Adrienne is an athlete with a high ceiling and we look forward to working with her. She has a great attitude and we are ready to see what she can do with us in our gym.

Kayla Martinez
Outside hitter/defensive specialist
Coamo, Puerto Rico

Perkiomen School Girls Volleyball Team MVP 2022-2023

Synergy Volleyball Club Coach Award 2023

2022 Mercury All-Area Women’s Volleyball Second Team

From Coach DeLoid: “Kayla is someone who comes in with a great background and a great mindset. She is willing to do anything to help our team get to the top. She has the mindset that we we are looking for and we are excited to get to work. We are happy to welcome Kayla to the Union!

Georgia Pinciaro
Outside hitter/right side
Portsmouth, New Hampshire

NH All-State 2nd Team

All-Tournament Team 2024 AAU Spring Kickoff

NH Senior All-Star

Team captain

From Coach DeLoid: “Georgia is an athletic hitter with the right mentality. Her competitiveness and mindset really separated her in her recruiting process. We look forward to welcoming her to campus this fall. Welcome Georgia!”

DeLoid and the Union volleyball team will begin the 2024 season on Aug. 30 at the Pacific Coast Classic and will make their 2024 home debut on Sept. 13 during the opening day of the Union/Russell Sage Crosstown Challenge.