Senior leader who is expected to see plenty of action in this her final season...Played in 61 games last year...Finished with 49 kills and carried an attack percentage of .127...Had season-high 10 kills in win over Mid America Christian College.

High School/JC: Honorable mention all-conference selection at Paris...Played for former SWOSU Assistant Justin Maness....Was the MVP of high school softball and volleyball teams at Sulphur Springs.

Coach Comments: "Tara will be part of a very strong offensive group.  Her experience will anchor the outside position, and she will provide much needed senior leadership for the team as a whole."

Personal: Born Sept. 2, 1987...Parents are Mike and Sandra Gibby...Majoring in marketing...Would like to work for a professional sports team after graduation...Enjoys riding four wheelers.