North Platte Bulldog volleyball player Olivia Nicholson was named to the USA Youth National Volleyball Team on May 28.

Nicholson recently finished her sophomore season at North Platte High School where she recorded 246 kills, 51 solo blocks and 18 block assists. She helped the Lady Dawgs reach the district finals where they lost to Lincoln North Star 3-1. North Platte finished the season with a 21-11 record. Nicholson along with 11 other girls from around the country will compete in the 2014 NORCECA U-18 Continental Championships in Costa Rica June 22-30.

In an article on nebraskaprepvolleyball.com North Platte High volleyball coach Laura Miller said:

“Ollie is becoming more confident in herself and her abilities. She is wanting the ball in clutch situations. She has a great work ethic and has become an awesome team player. We are very excited for her and this opportunity she has worked really hard for. She will have an amazing experience and she will bring it all back to our gym this fall.”

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