A-R-C Volleyball Players Earn All-America Recognition
Four standout women’s volleyball players from the American Rivers Conference (A-R-C) have been recognized with honorable mention All-America honors by the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA). This prestigious recognition highlights their exceptional performances throughout the season.
Coe College Doubles Up on Honors
Leading the way is Coe College, which boasts two players receiving this well-deserved accolade. Maddy Maahs and Gracie Urbatsch have both earned honorable mention All-America honors. For Maahs, this marks her third consecutive honorable mention All-America selection, a testament to her consistent excellence on the court. As the 2024 A-R-C Most Valuable Player, Maahs has solidified her status as a dominant force in the conference.
Urbatsch, a key contributor to the Kohawks’ success, also earned a spot on the all-conference team, further exemplifying her outstanding talent and contributions to the team’s achievements.
Powell Earns Back-to-Back Recognition
Emma Powell of the University of Dubuque continues to impress, earning her second consecutive All-America accolade. Her remarkable performance last season garnered her first-team honors, and this year, she continues to shine, securing a spot on the honorable mention team. Powell’s consistency and dedication have earned her a total of four all-conference honors throughout her impressive career.
Kracht Makes Her All-America Debut
Wartburg College’s Emerson Kracht earns her first career All-America honor.
Her dedication and hard work culminated in an all-conference nod, solidifying her place among the conference’s elite players. This recognition marks a significant milestone in Kracht’s volleyball journey.
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About the American Rivers Conference
The Conference dates back to December 8, 1922, when representatives from 12 colleges got together and formed the “Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Association.” Honoring its heritage in Iowa and its expansion outside the state, the American Rivers Conference brand was established on August 9, 2018, to build on the academic and athletic success provided by its legacy, the Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. The A-R-C has nine full-time members: Buena Vista University, Central College, Coe College, University of Dubuque, Loras College, Luther College, Nebraska Wesleyan University, Simpson College, and Wartburg College.
Which specific skills or accomplishments led to Emma Powell’s selection for the All-America team for the second consecutive year?
## A-R-C Volleyball Players Earn All-America Recognition – Interview
**Host:** Welcome back to the show! Today we are celebrating the incredible achievements of four American Rivers Conference volleyball players who have earned honourable mention All-America recognition from the AVCA. Joining us to discuss these impressive athletes is our resident volleyball expert, [Guest Name]. Welcome to the show!
**Guest:** Thanks for having me! It’s always exciting to see A-R-C talent getting national recognition.
**Host:** Absolutely! So, let’s start with Coe College. They have two players on this list, Maddy Maahs and Gracie Urbatsch. Tell us a little bit about their accomplishments.
**Guest:** Both Maahs and Urbatsch have been instrumental in Coe’s success this season. Maahs, in particular, is a force to be reckoned with. This is her third consecutive honourable mention All-America selection, and she was also named the 2024 A-R-C Most Valuable Player. That shows incredible consistency and dominance on the court!
**Host:** Three years in a row is truly remarkable. And Urbatsch is also a key player for the Kohawks, right?
**Guest:** Yes, absolutely. She’s earned a spot on the all-conference team, proving her talent and contributions to the team’s achievements.
**Host:** Fantastic! Moving on to the University of Dubuque, Emma Powell has earned her second consecutive All-America accolade. What makes Powell such a standout player?
**Guest:** Powell is incredibly talented, and this back-to-back recognition is a testament to her skill and dedication. Last season, she even made the first team, so she’s definitely a player to watch!
**Host:**
We’ve talked about three athletes, but what about the fourth A-R-C player who received this honor?
**Guest:** [Information about the fourth player is missing from the provided text]
**Host:** Well, congratulations to all four players on their well-deserved All-America recognition! Thank you for joining us, [Guest Name], and sharing your expertise on these impressive athletes.
**Guest:** It was my pleasure!
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