made first appearance in program history in the NCAA Tournament this year
Florida Tech’s Volleyball Queens Get the Academic All‑District Crown
Meet the Four New Scholars of the Indo‑O‑P
When the College Sports Communicators (CSC) spilled the beans Tuesday, four fiery women from Florida Tech’s volleyball squad snagged the coveted Academic All‑District titles. These sharp‑sighted athletes are proving that you can spike a ball and still ace your final exams.
- Chiara Patelli – Graduate student in Chemistry, 4.00 GPA, 2× Academic All‑District. Also snagged All‑Region first‑team by the AVCA and an honorable mention for All‑America. Who says you can’t have a perfect A‑plus and a killer serve?
- Kari Voelstad Bogen – Junior Computer Engineering major, 3.93 GPA. First‑time All‑District honoree and the champion for her first third‑team All‑SSC honor. Computer whiz? Check. All‑court star? Double check.
- Jeanne Hassoun – Senior in Marketing, 3.76 GPA. This is the first time she’s earned All‑District glory, cementing herself as a wall‑paper‑worthy name in the program’s history.
- Antia Vallecas Rodriguez – Graduate student in Business Administration, 3.75 GPA, first‑time All‑District. She’s balancing spreadsheets by day and spiking by night—talk about multitasking!
What’s Next for These Scholars?
Each of these four dynamos sets her sights on the Academic All‑America ballot in early January, with the chance to break into first-, second-, or third‑team honors. The hullabaloo of the All‑America announcement is sure to bring the glitter and applause to these academic gladiators.
Florida Tech’s Milestone Moment
Florida Tech’s volleyball team made history by breaking into the NCAA Tournament for the first time. Though the program bowed out in the opening round, the stars still glimmered, combining record‑setting performances with academic dedication.
In short, these four brilliant athletes demonstrate that knocking it out of the park on the court and smashing numbers in the classroom are not mutually exclusive. They’re setting the bar high for the next generation of student‑athletes—who can bring it? Answer: each one of them.
Hot Off the Press: December 9, 2024 Edition of Space Coast Daily News Hits Your Inbox!
Hey there, Space Coast fanatics! Did you catch the latest buzz from Brevard County’s finest newspaper? The Space Coast Daily News just dropped its newest issue—titled “HOT OFF THE PRESS!”—and it’s packed with stories that will make you feel like you’re strapped into a rocket launch.
What’s Inside This Issue?
- Mission Milestones: The county’s newest satellite launch is at the finish line—and trust us, the countdown’s been longer than a moonwalk.
- Community Spotlight: Meet the volunteer crew behind the “Dreamers’ Café,” turning blocks of unused space into a cozy brunch haven.
- Tech Talk: A quick dive into how local startups are turning solar-powered drones into delivery superstars.
- Heart‑warming Tales: Get your tissues ready with the story of the rescued comet skate, now living its best life in a pet rescue zoo.
Why You’ll Love It
- Fresh, Local Flavor: Every story is grounded in Brevard County—because nothing beats knowing exactly who’s planting the next rocket base.
- Humor & Warmth: From witty headlines to heart‑felt sidebars, the paper keeps the tone light while delivering real news.
- Star‑Studded Writing: The writers are like your favorite galactic poets—sketching the cosmos with words that sparkle.
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