Group shot of all of Saint Mary's Athletes from FY 19-20


Helping Our Student Athletes Achieve More 

Saint Mary's athletics is fueled more than ever by your generous support. Our students' academic achievements, the great work they do within the community, and their competitive highlights all tie back to you. Your support provides Cardinal student-athletes the rescources they need to have an unmatched, life-changing experience and becaome champions who lead during their time here and for the rest of their lives. Your generous support willhelp fuel positive experiences for tomorrow's leaders.

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Why support Cardinal volleyball?

Motivating athletes to reach their full potential, both on the court and in the classroom, is a challenge that I eagerly embrace. Integral to the Cardinal Athlete ethos is the commitment to excellence, not only on the field but also in academics. We take great pride in our student-athletes’ academic accomplishments, and this past fall was no exception.

I extend my deepest gratitude to alumnae, like you, who have consistently supported our Cardinal student-athletes. Thanks in part to your support, allow me to share some recent team achievements that showcase the commitment and excellence of our volleyball program:

• AVCA Team All-Academic Award for the 2022-2023 season
• Servant Leadership/Volunteer Hours totaling an impressive 512 hours
• Best in the Nest Athlete of the Year (2022-2023) awarded to Ciarra McNally
• Volleytots Program - Coaching K-6 grade volleyball during the Fall of 2023
• Dig Pink Match - A successful fundraiser that raised money for the Minnesota Breast Cancer Coalition

In our efforts to continually enhance our program, we aim to raise funds specifically for travel experiences, game day nutrition, and overall preparation. Your support in this endeavor will contribute significantly to the success of our student-athletes on and off the court. 

Your generosity and support serve as vital resources that empower our student-athletes to perform at their best, should that be in competition or the classroom. Whether through a donation or cheering us on, we sincerely appreciate your support in advance.

Go Cardinals!

Amber Zitzow

Head Volleyball Coach

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