Defensive standout ready for another productive campaign for the Bulldogs...Led the team in digs with 352, an average of 3.17 in her first year as a freshman...Had 20 or more digs five times last season, including 27 against Texas A&M-Kingsville.

High School:  Attended Blue Valley West High School in Kansas City...Led the defense on 2007 6A state runner up team...Selected to Kansas All-State team and led team in digs during All-State Senior Showcase match....Eastern Kansas League Scholar Athlete and member of the Principal's Honor Roll all four years.

Coach Comments: "Kayla will be part of a very strong back row for us. She should push for significant playing time following a break out year as a freshman."

Personal: Born July 31, 1989...Parents are Mike and Tandee Bader...Has two older brothers, Zach and Jerod...Favorite athlete is Misty May...Plans on majoring in biology and later attend Med School.