Upper Iowa Volleyball is welcoming two transfer athletes for the upcoming season: Abby Buchanan-Kinzinger, an opposite-side hitter from Illinois College, and Madi Hartman, a libero from Arkansas Tech University. Both players bring valuable experience that will contribute to the Peacock volleyball program this fall.
Abby Buchanan-Kinzinger
5-11 | OPP
Illinois College
HS Athletic Awards: 2019/2020 IHSA 3A Regional Champions, 2021 All-Conference MB, 2022 All-Conference OPP
College Athletic Awards: 2022/2023 Academic All-Conference, 2024 IC Invitational All-Tournament Team
Why UIU? "I chose Upper Iowa University because of how their culture fosters relentless grit and strong character. Through athletics, academics, or the campus community, I saw opportunities to be a part of something bigger than myself."
Coach's Quote: "Abby comes to us as a grad student, so she understands being a student-athlete and the commitment. I think when you can add someone with leadership capabilities, that's a great thing."
Madi Hartman
5-5 | L
Arkansas Tech University
HS Athletic/Academic Awards: Lafayette High School - Wildwood, MO, Academic All-State Team Selection Sophomore through Senior years, All Conference Selection- Senior Year, Voted Defensive Player of the Year- Senior Year, Class 5 MO State Champs - Senior Year
College Academic Awards: All GAC Academic Honor Roll
Why UIU? "UIU felt right to me as soon as I stepped on campus and started meeting people. When searching for the right school, a smaller environment with nice facilities where I could build relationships with professors and staff was important to me. I'm also very excited to play for Coach Jim and Coach Sarah in the competitive GLVC, which plays many teams within proximity to my family and friends - so they too can come support the team!"
Coach's Quote: "She comes to us from a successful program as well as having won a state title in high school. Winning attitudes are contagious."
