Wichita State's Jordan Heatherly has been named to the American Conference preseason all-conference team, following her impressive performance last season as she ranked third in the conference with 1,020 total assists. The Shockers were picked fourth in the preseason coaches poll, following Rice, Tulsa, and South Florida. Wichita State looks to build on a 19-11 record from last season as they prepare for their upcoming exhibition against Kansas City on August 22.

By the Numbers
  • Jordan Heatherly recorded 1,020 total assists last season, ranking third in the conference.
  • The Shockers finished the last season with a record of 19-11 and 10-6 in conference play.
State of Play
  • Wichita State is set to face Kansas City in a home exhibition on August 22.
  • The Shockers will open their season at home against Stephen F. Austin on August 28.
What's Next

Looking ahead, Wichita State aims to improve their standing in the conference while Heatherly continues to showcase her skills as a leading setter. The team's performance in the upcoming matches will be crucial for establishing momentum for the season.

Bottom Line

With Heatherly's strong recent performance and the team's solid return, the Shockers are positioned to challenge for a higher place in the American Conference standings, putting them on track to potentially exceed last season's achievements.