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6 Days Until the State Girls Cross Country Announcement
Gatorade 2024 - 2025: Player of the Year

Volleyball - Vermont

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VOLLEYBALL

Hannah Knickerbocker

Outside hitter
ESSEX HS
ESSEX JUNCTION, VERMONT
JUNIOR
Height: 5-FOOT-7
Press Release

Peak Performance

175

Kills

152

Digs

45

Aces
“Hannah is an incredibly talented player who led our team with her exceptional attacking, passing and defense. She made varsity as a freshman and has been an integral part of three consecutive state championship wins. She brings her tenacity to the court, which organically inspires her teammates to play harder, leading to greater team success.”
Jen Liguori
Head Coach - Essex High School
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Athletic Excellence

The 5-foot-7 junior outside hitter led the Hornets to an 18-0 record and their fourth consecutive state championship this past season. Knickerbocker recorded 175 kills, 152 digs and 45 aces. She was named Vermont Metro Division’s 2024 Offensive Player of the Year and is now a three-time state champion. Also a talented tennis player, she reached the state semifinals as a sophomore in 2023. 

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Academic Achievement

Knickerbocker has maintained a 3.68 GPA in the classroom. She will begin her senior year this fall. 

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Exemplary Character

Knickerbocker has volunteered locally with her weekly church group and is a member of Essex High School’s athletic leadership club.