Different paths lead to one Jimmie family

JAMESTOWN — Seven seniors have reached the same point in their volleyball careers at the University of Jamestown, but they didn't take the same path to get there. Some came from neighboring states. Some came from other colleges looking for a fresh start. One even came all the way from Japan. Together, they make up the senior class and help lead the Jimmies through their first season with full NCAA Division II eligibility. UJ head coach Jon Hegerle described the group as courageous, but the seniors use different words. Our style of leadership is a bit more relaxed, Charlotte Lempka said. Corbyn Menz called the group collaborative. Addison Brooke described it as a lead-by-example class. We bring energy so that young people can bring energy, Brooke said. We go in for extra reps, so they know to go in for extra reps. Hegerle said the different personalities have allowed each senior to find her own role. They ve done a really nice job of prov