Morgan Hooe Named UAA Volleyball Coach

0:00University of Alaska Anchorage just tapped Morgan Hu as their new head volleyball coach. She's a standout alumna and NCAA All-American. Taking over after the Seawool shared the great Northwest Athletic Conference title in one of their strongest seasons lately. Acting Athletic Director Tanya Pont led a national search but landed on Huwi already part of the program to replace Stacey Meisner last year's conference coach of the year. Pont praised her vision, passion, and deep roots that fit Seawool values perfectly. Huwi lit up about it being a dream gig. She grew up watching the team, played here, and even coached while still spiking balls herself. As daughter of longtime service coach Virgil Hu, leading from Alaska with family nearby feels destined, and she's grateful for support from her wife, and crew. The squad's buzzing from a solid spring, with returners like Junior Bella Bernie stepping up, plus top local recruits including former Gatorade stars. Alicia Sappin and Emma Beck and Freshman like Viola Liyawa.

1:02Losing seniors, Tia Allen and Madison Galloway things, but Huwi's local ties should keep Alaska talent flowing in. Her styles all about teaching, breaking down film, explaining the why behind plays to build smart players. With staff hires coming soon, she's geared to chase regional and national crowns, keeping that championship fire alive for the Seawolves. That's your Anchorage News today update. AI powered and always on.