Upper Iowa volleyball is proud to welcome a talented group of seven freshmen to its volleyball program for the upcoming season next fall. This impressive recruiting class brings a wealth of experience, including state championships, all-conference honors and standout performances in multiple sports. Below is more information about the newest members of the Peacock volleyball family.
Erica Conger
5-10 | OH
Parkway West High School
Athletic Awards/Accomplishments:First Team All-District, Second Team All-Conference as a junior, Second Team All-District, Second Team All-Conference as a senior
Why UIU? "I chose UIU because it offers an environment where I can thrive academically and athletically. I value the community that comes with attending a smaller school, as it allows for personal growth and for me to make the most of my college experience."
Coach's Quote: "Erica is capable of hitting on the left or the right and she has a great mental approach with how she wants to improve as a volleyballer."
Carley Jonker
5-11 | Libero/OH
Cedar Rapids Xavier High School
Athletic Awards/Accomplishments: 2024 First Team All-Conference, Second Team All-Metro, 2022 State Champion
Academic Awards: 2024 Academic All-State, Distinguished Honor Roll 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
Why UIU? "I chose UIU because of the athletic opportunities and strong academics. The campus and student life felt like a good fit for me not too far from home."
Coach's Quote: "Carley's a unicorn—you don't often see taller players whose passion is defense, and we're working to build through our love of passing and defense."
Brooke Krogmann
6-0 | RS/MH
West Delaware High School
Athletic Awards/Accomplishments: 2021 State Champion, 2021 Hardest Worker Award, 2022 WaMac Conference Honorable Mention, 2022 Offensive MVP, 2023 Third Team All-State, 2023 3A Northeast District Team, 2023 WaMac Conference First Team, 2023 Offensive MVP, 2024 WaMac Conference First Team, 2024 IGCA Senior All-Star, 2024 3A State Semi-Finalist, 2024 Third Team All-State, 2024 3A Northeast District Team, 3rd All-Time Career Kills at West Delaware
Other Sport Accomplishments: (Basketball) 2021-22 WaMac Conference First Team, 2022 KMCH Athlete of the Week, 2022 Telegraph Herald Athlete of the Week, 2022-23 WaMac Conference First Team, 2023-24 WaMac Conference First Team, 2023-24 Second Team All-State, 2023-24 Northeast District Team, West Delaware All-Time points leader, All-Time rebound leader, All-Time block leader
Why UIU? "I chose UIU because of the welcoming team culture and the opportunity to grow academically and athletically in a supportive environment.
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Coach's Quote: "Brooke is a great hitter, capable of scoring from anywhere along the net. Brooke's athleticism, making all-state in volleyball and basketball, is amazing."
Addi McCauley
5-9 | OH
Laconia High School
Athletic Awards/Accomplishments: Individual: 2024/25 Northeast Wisconsin/USA TODAY High School Player of the Year Sport Award Nominee, 2024 Wisconsin Volleyball Coaches Association WVCA D3 1st Team All-State, 2024 FDL/Oshkosh Area Reporter High School Volleyball Player of the Year, 2024 Best Offense Award - Laconia, 2024 1st Team All Flyway Conference, Led the Flyaway conference in kills (249) and hitting percentage (.262) and finished second in aces (68), 2023 2nd Team All-Conference. Team: 2024 Flyaway Conference Champs, 2024 WIAA Regional Champs, 2023 Flyaway Conference Champs, 33-1 Record 2023 Season, 27-3 Record 2024 Season.
Academic Awards: Academic Honor Roll Student all 4 years, 2-year Youth Apprenticeship Program.
Why UIU? "I chose Upper Iowa because when I visited the campus, and it was very small and 'homey.' It seemed like a nice place! I love the outdoors, and Conservation Management is the perfect major for me. The volleyball program is also really good and in a competitive conference. I'm excited to play in college because it allows me to keep playing the game I love."
Coach's Quote: "Addi has a great attitude towards hitting and what it takes to help a team excel. It'll be good adding her team-oriented attitude into the gym."
Ellie Modaff
5-4 | S
Albany High School
Athletic Awards/Accomplishments: Varsity Letter (3x), WVCA Academic All-State, Team Captain, All-Conference, Assist Leader (2022, 2023, 2024), 2022 GoMad Honoree
Other Sport Accomplishments: Track Varsity Letter (4x), 2022 State-Qualifier 4x800
Academic Awards: High Honor Roll (2021-2025)
Why UIU? "I chose UIU because everyone felt super welcoming, and it felt like the right place for me. Coach Jim and the girls I met were so nice and welcoming, and I cannot wait to play for this amazing program!"
Coach's Quote: "Watching Ellie, I really like her instinct running an offense, how she gets everyone to contribute and makes it look easy, even though a volleyball setter is one of the most challenging positions to play in any sport."
Mari Rodriguez
5-7 | L
Huntley High School
Athletic Awards/Accomplishments: Fox Valley All-Conference, Illinois All-State Honorable mention
Why UIU? "I chose Upper Iowa because the second I stepped onto campus it felt like home. Everyone was so welcoming and all the players and coaches were so kind and made me feel wanted there, and I knew that this was where I want to spend my next four years."
Coach's Quote: "Mari is a great passer, and I think she's going to be a great contributor to our serve-receive. Her defense is a big reason her team made it to state in Illinois."
Kailani Schroeder
5-9 | S
Byron High School
Athletic Awards/Accomplishments: 3rd place in the MN State Volleyball Tournament for AAA 2023-24, 2023-24 Section Champions, 2023-24 HVL Co-conference Champions, 2024-25 HVL Conference Champions, 2023 and 2024 Captain, AVCA National Player of the Week, ScorebookLive Fall Athlete of the Week, 1000 Career Set Assists Accomplishment, HVL All-Conference 23-24 and 24-25, HVL Honorable Mention 2022-23, 2023-2024 All Area Team, and Lettered all 4 years.
Academic Awards: MSHSL Triple AAA "Arts, Academics, and Athletics Excellence" Award Winner, Academic Letter Award All 4 Years of High SchoolHigh Academic Honor Roll Award
Other Sport Accomplishments: (Basketball) Lettered all 4 years, voted team "Teamwork" Award, and 2024-25 Captain.
Why UIU? "I chose UIU for many reasons, one being the welcoming environment and great academic opportunities. Another reason why I chose UIU Volleyball is because they develop you as people, not just athletes."
Coach's Quote: "Kailani was one of the first athletes I talked to after being hired. She's got a great attitude and we're looking forward to seeing her learn and run our offense."
