Get to know the newest member of the Ole Athletics family, head volleyball coach Emily Foster. 

 1. What drew you to St. Olaf?
St. Olaf has many qualities that I am looking for. St. Olaf's commitment to the development of the whole person, importance of the global perspective and the academic commitment to success. 
I am impressed by the leadership and the commitment to success within the athletic department. I am so humbled and grateful for the support I have felt here, even in my first few days. 

All of these things... and the maple brown sugar malt-o-meal. 

2. Are you excited to get back into the DIII atmosphere?

I am so so excited! I can't wait to get going and start to work with the team! 
Some special things about DIII:
 -The tradition of the MIAC
- The commitment to academic success and the development of the person as a whole. 
- Most of all.... The intrinsic motivation associated with the DIII athlete is a rare and special trait. Intrinsically motivated athletes are who I want to surround myself and accomplish goals with. 

3. What is your favorite volleyball memory?

I will never forget my teammates at St. Thomas. They will forever be my sisters. 

4. What goals do you have for Ole volleyball for the upcoming season and further down the road?

Immediate Goals:
- Outline process goals with the girls to work for each day- in practice/ weight room/classroom
- Hit .250 as a team
- Make the conference tournament to give ourselves a chance to fight for a playoff spot 
- 3.5 cumulative GPA as a team

Long Term:
- Perennial conference title contender 
- Win the MIAC regular season title
- Receive a bid to the NCAA Tournament 
- All-MIAC/All-America Athletes 
- Team cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above 

5. Favorite food, color and holiday, GO!
Food: Chips and Salsa
Color: Black and Gold (it really is!!) 
Holiday: Christmas!! I love buying presents!