https://www.simpsonathletics.com en-us https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20250721lnyobo The Storm have once again been recognized for their commitment in the classroom, earning the AVCA Team Academic Award for the 17th consecutive season. Mon, 21 Jul 2025 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20250721lnyobo https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/mvball/2024-25/releases/20250207hv1mar Simpson Athletics has announced a new structural approach to its men’s and women’s volleyball programs, creating a model designed to strengthen both teams and support long-term success. Fri, 07 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/mvball/2024-25/releases/20250207hv1mar https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241223l4gznz Dani Kohut Lynch has been named the next head coach of the Storm men's and women's volleyball programs. Mon, 23 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241223l4gznz https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241220mjxecv Audrey Behrens, Morgan DenBeste, Peyton Mitchell and Jada Schmidt were all recognized on the College Sports Communicators Academic All-District Team. Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241220mjxecv https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20250312ifu6h2 Morgan DenBeste was spotlighted in the American Rivers Conference Student-Athlete feature story. Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20250312ifu6h2 https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241203oqe5ei Head men’s and women’s volleyball coach KK Palea announced he is resigning from his position to focus on his family and other opportunities. Tue, 03 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241203oqe5ei https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241119qacvjk Ella Meyer and Emily Williams were named to the A-R-C honorable mention honors on Tuesday following the end of the regular season. This marks Williams' second time receiving honors. Tue, 19 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241119qacvjk https://www.simpsonathletics.com/general/2024-25/releases/20241119ltwn1l Simpson College celebrated 73 of its student-athletes named to the American Rivers Conference All-Academic Team, as announced by the league office on Friday. Fri, 15 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/general/2024-25/releases/20241119ltwn1l https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241107l6ft01 The seniors were honored on Wednesday with a win against the Norse. The Storm won against Luther in four sets to complete their 2024 season. Wed, 06 Nov 2024 05:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241107l6ft01 https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241102rqufei The Simpson Storm took to the court today in Indianola, ultimately defeating the Knights, and having a record-breaking day for the team and individuals. Sat, 02 Nov 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241102rqufei https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241101vpbvgk The Storm fell in four against Coe tonight, fighting hard to keep themselves in the match. Despite the loss, Morgan DenBeste recorded a new career-high in assists. Fri, 01 Nov 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241101vpbvgk https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241028jm7os0 Schmidt's 36 kills and two aces led her to an all-tournament recognition this weekend following the Illinois Wesleyan Tournament. Mon, 28 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241028jm7os0 https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241026peq9w6 Despite two tough losses on the road against Illinois Wesleyan and Albion, multiple players for the Storm recorded new career and season highs across the board. Sat, 26 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241026peq9w6 https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241025yzcv9r The Storm fought hard against a nationally-ranked team, but came up short in a tough battle. Fri, 25 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241025yzcv9r https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241023wxi533 Emily Williams provided the firepower as her season-high 19 kills led the way in the Storm’s 3-0 sweep over Buena Vista on Wednesday night. Wed, 23 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241023wxi533 https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241016vgcvl1 In a hard-fought conference battle, the Storm faced off against Central College. Simpson came up just short in straight sets. Wed, 16 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241016vgcvl1 https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241012qumnvq The Storm fell in their third conference match today against Dubuque. Ella Meyer had a standout performance, and Jada Schmidt contributed three aces. Sat, 12 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241012qumnvq https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241011zybi5u In a tight four set match, the Storm fell to Loras, despite impressive performances from multiple athletes. Fri, 11 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241011zybi5u https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241002xhtj6h Despite outstanding performances for many members of the team, the Simpson Storm came up short in their conference opener. Wed, 02 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20241002xhtj6h https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240922lqyola The Simpson women dropped two hard-fought matches this weekend. Despite the losses, Emily Williams received honors, and many players had standout weekends. Sat, 21 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240922lqyola https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240920usn1gg In the first night of the Wartburg Tournament, the Storm defeated Saint Benedict, with Emily Williams and Morgan DenBeste having standout performances. Fri, 20 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240920usn1gg https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240918xh6z0l The Storm took to the court tonight in Grinnell for a mid-week match. Although the team fell to Grinnell, Emily Williams and Jada Schmidt recorded high kill numbers on the night. Wed, 18 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240918xh6z0l https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240916fyuvc1 Emily Williams received all-tournament honors for the first time this season, being named to the Cornell All-Tournament Team after leading the Storm to a victory over No. 21 Cornell College. Mon, 16 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240916fyuvc1 https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240914so9lwl The Storm split their two games today against Augsburg and Cornell, respectively. In their five-set victory against Cornell, Audrey Behrens recorded a career-high five aces. Sat, 14 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240914so9lwl https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240913uvc09r The Storm took a loss in their first game of the Cornell Tournament. The team was led by Emily Williams, Audrey Behrens, and Ella Meyer in this matchup. Fri, 13 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240913uvc09r https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240909j255c8 Freshman Emmy Seiler received all-tournament recognition this weekend for the second week in a row. She recorded 27 kills, seven digs, and four blocks. Mon, 09 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240909j255c8 https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240907rpvcfb The Storm put up a hard fight in matches against Bethel and St. Olaf on day 2 of the UW-River Falls tournament. Despite the losses, Audrey Behrens came out with a new career high. Sat, 07 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240907rpvcfb https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/202409070okqir The Storm women took to the floor to defeat Saint Benedict in their first game of the UW-River Falls Tournament. Led by Emily Williams and Emmy Seiler, Simpson sees their best start since 2013. Fri, 06 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/202409070okqir https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240903q7vm2j Following a 3-1 opening weekend, freshmen Ella Meyer and Emmy Seiler were selected to the Central/Grinnell All-Tournament Team. Meyer was also voted the American Rivers Conference Defensive Player of the Week. Tue, 03 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240903q7vm2j https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240831mka3ar The Simpson women fought hard for a five-set victory, being led by underclassmen Emily Williams and Emmy Seiler to have their best start since 2022. Sat, 31 Aug 2024 04:00:00 GMT https://www.simpsonathletics.com/sports/wvball/2024-25/releases/20240831mka3ar