Aberdeen, S.D. - Jaylee Hofer (soccer) and Katelyn Schroeder (volleyball) are this week's South Dakota Army National Guard Athletes of the Week following their performances last weekend.

Hofer tallied one goal on four shots, including two shots on goal. She led the Wolves in goals, shots and shots on goal. The junior scored the go-ahead goal in NSU's victory over Wayne State College. The South Dakota native logged 135 minutes of action across two games.

Schroeder led Northern State and the NSIC averaging 5.00 kills (35 total kills) per set versus #13 St. Cloud State and Minnesota State. She hit .417 in the two wins and averaged a league leading 5.43 points per set. The sophomore recorded a team best 27 digs, averaging 3.86 per set. The South Dakota native added two blocks, two aces, and one assist. Schroeder notched a weekend high of 20 kills against the Mavericks, hitting .474 in the sweep.

 

About the SD Army National Guard The National Guard dates back to 1636 when Citizen-Soldiers formed militias to defend their community and country. Since its formation, the Guard has stayed true to its roots. Enlisting in the National Guard means more time at home because your service in the South Dakota Army National Guard is part-time. Get a degree with money for school, learn job skills that translate to the civilian world, make bonds that last a lifetime, and earn a sense of pride that's everlasting. When you become a Guard Soldier, your family will thank you, your country will thank you, and your future will owe you. The South Dakota Army National Guard's goal is to direct future Soldiers toward life-changing opportunities by helping individuals and families become better today than yesterday. We transform citizens into Citizen-Soldiers that have Integrity, are Innovative, Proud, Courageous, Brave, and exemplify Unity and Honor. Learn more by visiting nationalguard.com/select-your-state/SD.