Transfers are shaking things up in NCAA volleyball. Mac Podraza is leading the charge.
Penn State's Big Moves
The Nittany Lions are not messing around. Grabbing Mac Podraza from Ohio State? That's a statement. The Big Ten Setter of the Year is now under Katie Schumacher-Cawley's guidance. This isn't just a transfer—it's a power shift. Podraza's move keeps her in the Big Ten, and you can bet she'll make waves in Happy Valley.
But Penn State didn't stop there. Jess Mruzik from Michigan joined the squad. With over 4.19 points per set last season, Mruzik is lethal. Pair her with Podraza's setting skills? That's a combo no one's ready for. Add Lina Perugini from Coastal Carolina, a libero with 4.41 digs per set, and the Nittany Lions are looking straight up dominant.
Wisconsin's New Power
Not to be outdone, Wisconsin snagged Temi Thomas-Ailara from Northwestern. This isn't just any transfer—Thomas-Ailara led the Big Ten with 502 kills last season. She shined against top teams, dropping 25 kills in a win over Purdue and another 26 against Nebraska. She's a problem for any defense.
Joining her is Carter Booth from Minnesota. Just a freshman, Booth already made the All-Big Ten first team. With 1.48 blocks per set, she's a wall at the net. The Badgers are gearing up for another title run.
And just like that, the landscape shifts. Transfers aren't just adding depth—they're flipping the script. 2023? It's going to be wild.
Source: NCAA
