A new era of volleyball begins at Independence Community College.

 

New Head Coach Alex Lehocky comes to ICC from Minot State University, a Division II program out of the NCAA. Lehocky says the talent of the KJCCC was enticing.

 

Lehocky takes over for Melissa Johnson, who becomes the full time athletic director for the college. Lehocky says it's a unique opportunity to work with an athletic director who is fresh out of coaching.

 

The Pirates have been a middle of the road team in the KJCCC over the past handful of seasons. Lehocky says she is looking for consistent improvement from the team.

 

Independence will return multiple starters from last year's team, and began practicing under Lehocky this week.