On Thursday, May 15, 2025, Quakertown’s Ellie White was recognized for committing to continue her volleyball career at Kutztown University.
Ellie White – Kutztown University (Volleyball)
Major: Undecided
Reasons for choosing Kutztown: “I chose Kutztown because I could see myself growing with the team and academically. Having the chance to play a college level sport with my sister is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity I could not pass up.”
What was the progression that led you to competing in volleyball at the collegiate level? “I started thinking about playing at a college level when my sister started applying and reaching out to schools.”
Coach Andy Snyder: “I first met Ellie White during the spring of her freshman year during an open gym. I had just been hired to coach the team and didn’t know any of the girls yet, so it was an eye-opener for me to see everyone, and 
immediately, she stood out as someone that had potential. The question was what would she do with it along the way. It was quickly evident she had the potential to excel. Here we are three years later ready to send her off to the next level. Over the past three years coaching Ellie, we watched her grow from a quiet, timid middle to a force on the court that could dominate at the net and from the service line. At the net, Ellie became the focus of the opposing team’s defense in their attempts to stop her. From the serving line, Ellie had the ability to score with aces or take teams out of system with her heavy flat serve. Aside from her occasional shrieks on the court, Ellie’s been a quiet leader, leading by example.
“As a junior, Ellie was selected all-league honorable mention. This past season, she was selected all-league first team and in second place to only one other player. Career stats – Ellie accumulated 276 kills, 98 aces and 85 blocks. That’s 461 points scored just off her plays. Our loss will be Kutztown University’s gain as Ellie reunites with her big sister, Grace, who was on the stage last spring. Ellie, it’s been a pleasure coaching you. We wish you the best, and we’re sure that you will continue to excel Kutztown.”
About Ellie:
Favorite food: Burger & Fries
Favorite movie: Little Women
Favorite TV show: Friends
Favorite music: Country
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