VB Signs Four for 2017

Yep, it's that time of year in a number of sports - while football gets all the fun on its own day, today kicks off the signing period for sports like golf, baseball, basketball, and yes, volleyball too. With just one senior on the 2016 squad, Faye Adelaja, Purdue had a chance to add some depth to a somewhat-depleted roster, and they did just that, landing four players today. Recruiting isn't over yet (early signing ends 11/16), and Dave Shondell did mention the likelihood of a transfer joining the freshmen, but for now, we can talk about these women.

Following high school and club volleyball is beyond my ability at this time, so how about if I just direct you to a man who knows a lot more about it than I do? The official release is here for your reading pleasure, but I've embedded Shondell's comments below on each player.

5'11" S/OH Hayley Bush (Union, KY Ryle)

Meet @hayleybush4. @daveShondell's says "She's one of the most fearsome competitors I have watched play junior vb" https://t.co/b6Vl6dO32e

— Purdue Volleyball (@PurdueVB) November 9, 2016

6'1" OH Caitlyn Newton (Terre Haute South Vigo)

Coach Shondell calls @caitlyn_newton a very physical OH with a big upside and a canon for an arm. #boilerup https://t.co/ZQ09nqVCvu

— Purdue Volleyball (@PurdueVB) November 9, 2016

5'10" L/OH Jena Otec (Crystal City, MO St. Pius X)

.@daveshondell says @jenavolleyball1 is a hybrid-type player who competes & will make a big difference. #boilerup https://t.co/nsTaT6onYk

— Purdue Volleyball (@PurdueVB) November 9, 2016

5'7" DS Julianna Reisinger (Coto de Caza, CA Santa Margarita Catholic)

@daveshondell calls @JuliannaReising a very solid, steady & cerebral player who will add fuel to the fire. #boilerup https://t.co/qKp8m3rDkQ

— Purdue Volleyball (@PurdueVB) November 9, 2016

Feature image courtesy of Purdue Sports again