SAN ANTONIO – The Tiger volleyball team is set to bring in seven newcomers for the 2024 season, as Head Coach Julie Jenkins embarks on her 40th season in charge of the program. Trinity has reached the NCAA Quarterfinals each of the past four seasons.
In 2023, Trinity compiled a 31-5 overall record that included a 15-1 mark in Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference play that resulted in the Regular Season Championship. The Tigers swept their way to a 21st overall conference title and made their 28th appearance in the NCAA Playoffs. Trinity lost in the NCAA Quarterfinals to eventual champion Juniata College (PA), finishing the season ranked eighth in the final American Volleyball Coaches Association Division III rankings.
 
Introducing the 2024 Class below!
 
#5 Annabelle Lanik

5-6 Libero
St. John's College Preparatory / Katy Stars
Sugar Land, Texas
Parents: Denise & Ken Lanik
Intended Major: Undecided
Why I Chose Trinity: "I chose Trinity because I can play college volleyball while also focusing on academics."
What I am most excited about: "I'm excited about getting to play volleyball at a collegiate level."
High School Honors:
2-time 2nd Team All-District(2022, 2023)
School VB Offensive MVP(2022)
School VB MVP (2023)
School VB captain (2023)
Nationals 2nd place medalist in Freedom with Katy United (2022)
1st place medal at Sierra National Qualifier (2024) with Katy Stars
AAU bronze medalist (2023) with Katy Stars

#6 Angelica Medina

6-0 Right Side
Summer Creek High School / TAV Houston
Houston, Texas
Parents: Carlos Medina & Leilani Saldana
Intended Major: BIology
Why I Chose Trinity: ": I chose Trinity because of the great team dynamic and the welcoming Coaches and staff."
What I am most excited about: "I am really excited about getting to know the girls better and to be playing more competitive volleyball."
High School Honors:
2024 All-Star Player Caribbean Volleyball Championship 18-Open Division
2023-2024 Academic All-State Volleyball Player
2023 AVCA Girls High School All-American Watch List
2022-2023 District Varsity MVP
2022-2023 First Team All-District
2020-2024 Academic All District
2021-2022 JV MVP

#11 Brynn Bishop

5-8 Libero
Indianola High School / Roots Volleyball Academy
Indianola, Iowa
Parents: Amy & Jack Bishop
Intended Major: Psychology
Why I Chose Trinity: "I chose Trinity because of the atmosphere on both the team and campus. Both my grandparents graduated from Trinity and absolutely loved every aspect of it. I was attracted to the high level of volleyball on the court and in the classroom as well. After meeting all the coaches and players, I knew this was the place for me."
What I am most excited about: "Growing up in Iowa my whole life, I am excited to venture out of my comfort zone and see a whole new area of the country in Texas. I am excited to meet so many new people and expand my volleyball skills and academics."
High School Honors:
4-year varsity letter winner
2-time First Team All-Conference selection
Second Team All-Conference selection
4-year varsity starter, All-District selection
2-time state qualifier
Team captain in 2023
Conference champions in 2022 and 2023
State runner up in class 4A in 2023
4-time Academic All-Conference
Academic All-State 2023-24

#16 Taylor Starr

6-2 Middle Blocker
Southlake Carroll High School / Skyline Juniors
Southlake, Texas
Parent: Russell & Kristine Starr
Intended Major: Neuroscience
Why I Chose Trinity: "I chose Trinity because of its strong academics paired with its outstanding volleyball!"
What I am most excited about: "I'm excited to be able to continue my volleyball career and meet new people!"
High School Honors:
3-Time Academic All-District (2021, 2022, 2023)
2023 2nd Team All-District 4-6A
2023 2nd Team Academic All-State2023
AVCA Best and Brightest 3rd Team

#20 Ashley Garza

5-4 Setter
McCallum Memorial High School / Texas Fierce Elite
Edinburg, Texas
Parents: Nancy Suarez & Severo Garza
Intended Major: Psychology
Why I Chose Trinity: "I chose Trinity University because of its strong academic programs, beautiful campus, small class sizes, and its vibrant student community. It's a great university that aligns with my goals and interests!"
What I am most excited about: "I am so excited to start my freshman year at Trinity and be able to play volleyball for an amazing program."
High School Honors:
2nd Team All-District (2022 & 2023)
Regional Quarterfinalist (2021, 2022, 2023)

#22 Sophia Burke

5-10 Right Side
Jersey Village High School / Houston Juniors
Houston, Texas
Parents: Yen Nguyen & Ken Burke
Intended Major: Business
Why I Chose Trinity: "I choose Trinity University because of the high level education it will provide me. I feel that Trinity will not only help me succeed in my volleyball career but also academically after volleyball."
What I am most excited about: "I'm excited about the new friendships and game days."
High School Honors:
First Team all district (2023-2024)
3-time team captain (2021-2023)
2-time team MVP (2022-2023)
AVCA Phenom Watch List (2022)
Cy Fair All-District Selections 17-6A Volleyball (2021, 2022, 2023- First Team)
AVCA All America Watch List (2024, 2023)
Houston Chronicle Girls Athlete of the Week

#24 Grace King (Junior Transfer)

5-10 Outside Hitter
Clear Springs High School / UTSA
League City, Texas
Parents: Stephanie King & Eddie King
Intended Major: Political Science
Why I Chose Trinity: "I decided to transfer to Trinity because it felt like home to me. When I got out of the car on my visit, I knew that Trinity was a special place and was somewhere that felt like home. The university's all around excellence immediately drew me in. While seeing the amazing culture that has been built into this program made it an easy choice to decide to call Trinity home."
What I am most excited about: "I am excited to form amazing relationships with my teammates while competing for a national championship."
High School Honors:
High School Captain (2021)
3 year letterman (2019,2020,2021)
2-time All-District (2021 1st, 2020 2nd)
John Turner All-Tournament Team (2021)
Team Heart Award
ACVA Phenom (2021)
Two-time District Runner-Up ( 2019,2020)
Regional Quarterfinalist (2018)
Two-time Regional Semi-Finalist (2020,2021)