Leading up to Kentucky’s season-opener on August 29, we asked each member of the team what Kentucky Volleyball meant to them. Next up is second-year assistant coach Anders Nelson:
“Kentucky Volleyball to me is a program that provides endless support and encouragement while constantly challenging you to be your best. We’re a family. Those involved are expected to reach their potential as a complete individual. I’m thankful every day for the opportunity to work with these people and coach these athletes.”
Anders Nelson begins his second season as an assistant coach at Kentucky. Last season, Nelsen helped guide the Wildcats’ defense to an SEC-best 2.88 blocks per set in league competition. Three players ranked in the top 15 in the SEC for individual blocking, with two in the top five. A Saint Croix, Falls, Wis., native, Nelson also served as a volunteer assistant with the Wildcats during the 2011 season. He is a 2011 graduate of Ball State University and helped lead the Munciana Volleyball Club for two seasons, including to the 2011 AAU 18 Open National Championship with a 66-2 record.
Preseason Team Update: August 15, 2014
Yesterday was a busy day for the Wildcats, with an appearance on the SEC Network’s inaugural show, photo day and a big announcement from the SEC Network. Be sure to check out Thursday’s team update and feature on senior Jackie Napper here.
Today, two weeks until the season-opener, the Wildcats have their first day off since the preseason began on Saturday. They’ll return to the court tomorrow for two practices. Across campus, move-in is this weekend for all students living in the dorms. The team helped the freshmen move in this morning before volunteering at Cardinal Hill this afternoon.
Great day for the team at Cardinal Hill. #one pic.twitter.com/duSze2iz4m
— Craig Skinner (@UKCoachSkinner) August 15, 2014
For an archive of previous “What Kentucky Volleyball Means to Me” entries and team updates throughout the preseason, follow along with the full Countdown to 2014 UK Volleyball, leading up to the August 29 season-opener. Additional updates throughout preseason practice can be found on Twitter at @KentuckyVB and on Instagram at @KentuckyVolleyball.
