Welcome back to Why Western — Episode 10 🏐 This episode features volleyball student-athlete Melaina Hawblitzel as she shares how the game of volleyball was placed in her life at a young age and the journey that’s followed ever since. She reflects on the opportunity to learn from several respected coaches and compete alongside talented players who helped shape her both on and off the court. Hawblitzel also talks about finding a new level of confidence under newly hired Head Volleyball Coach Mari Silva and the excitement surrounding the future of the program at Western Illinois. Follow along as we continue telling the stories behind our Leathernecks. #GoNecks | #OneGoal | #Leathernecks