Hannah Manemann signed her letter of intent to play college
volleyball for the NMMI Lady Colts Wednesday morning in the Dexter High School
library surrounded by family and friends.
“I think it is awesome sharing this with family and
friends,” Manemann said. “Everyone who has supported me from the beginning is
here, and I think that is pretty cool. It’s a moment I will never forget.”
Manemann’s former coach Andy Luikens was standing right
behind her congratulating his former lead hitter for all her success and
leadership she has developed for his program. Luikens said he looks forward to
Manemann playing close to Dexter, so he can continue to watch her play.
Shelby Forchtner will be Manemann’s coach for the Lady Colts
at NMMI. Forchtner stressed how impressed she was with Manemann being an all
around great recruit for NMMI. She said she and her recruiting staff look for
athletes who are leaders, smart in the classroom, and are winners. Forchtner
said Manemann holds all qualities and will be an asset to the Lady Colt’s team
in 2013.
“First seeing Hannah play, I sent my assistant and she gave
me a lot of positive feedback,” Forchtner said. “I watched her play at state
and she just stood out in the whole class of athletes competing at state.”
She said Hannah was focused on playing at a four-year
school, and she and her recruiting staff had begun contacting Manemann
immediately.
“She came to us after knowing we could be a good stepping
stool for her,” Forchtner said. “We have been successful for the last nine
years, and even though we are military based, we have started a competitive
volleyball reputation.”
She said NMMI has been successful with New Mexico athletes
and she wants to continue that streak and reputation with Manemann. Forchtner
was part of the coaching staff that led NMMI to regional tournament four times
in the programs 6-year history.
“This offer landed in my lap. I went to other schools, but
when I went to NMMI it felt right,” Manemann said. “You know when you go to a
school and it just feels right, that is where you belong. Military is kind of
scary, but I know I can take it. I just have to believe in myself.”
Manemann said even though this is her senior year, she is
staying focused on preparing for a high level of play next year. She is
currently the manager for Lady Demon Softball, after knowing she did not want
to go out for a spring sport and risk getting injured.
“I have to do summer workouts, and I have to get my head in
the game,” Manemann said. “I have to stay focused.”
Manemann has huge expectations and goals for her
contributing to NMMI’s success next year. After NMMI, she hopes to move to a four-year
school and continue to play volleyball.
“After NMMI I want to play for a D-1 school. I just need
that start and push to work towards moving up,” Manemann said.
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