Freshman who is looking to help at either outside hitter or defensive specialist.

High School: Played at Wamego High School in Kansas where she was a four-year starter...Selected to the Kansas Honor Scholar Program and honor roll each year.

Coaches Comments: "Nichole is a solid all-around player who could see action in both the outside position and at defensive specialist."

Personal: Born Oct. 26, 1990...Parents are Brenda and Bernard Straub...Has two older brothers, Eric and John...Majoring in pre-pharmacy...Favorite athlete is Misty May...Enjoys reading and spending time with her family.