MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Auburn Montgomery volleyball head coach Melissa Robinson announced the addition of Nyah Michelle Whittlesey (Columbus, Ga./Columbus High School) to the 2018 signing class Wednesday morning.
 
A 5-9 outside hitter, Whittlesey garnered All Bi-City Team accolades three-consecutive seasons with All-Area distinction her senior campaign after boasting 304 digs, 285 kills, 58 service aces and 29 blocks. As a sophomore, the Columbus, Ga., product helped the Blue Devils claim the GHSA AAAAA State Championship behind a 46-7 overall record. Off the court, Whittlesey is a member of the National Society of High School Scholars, National Honor Society and National English Honor Society. While at AUM, she plans to major in Kinesiology.
 
"Nyah is a great addition to our team," Robinson said. "Her competitiveness will definitely be a great attribute to our team. Her speed and willingness to learn will be great for AUM volleyball. We're lucky to have Nyah."
 
AUM is coming off its inaugural volleyball season with the young team losing right-side hitter Kheala Roberts to graduation.
 
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