Alison DeWeerd: Orange and Blue Podcast

Alison DeWeerd: Orange and Blue Podcast

From The Hope Athletics Orange and Blue Podcast by Alan Babbitt

June 9, 2025 · 30 min · Season 5 · Episode 5

About this episode

Alison DeWeerd discusses her volleyball career and future plans in social work on the podcast.

Serving is the name of the game for Alison DeWeerd ‘25, whether it be on the volleyball court or, more importantly, during her upcoming professional career off the court. The recent Hope College graduate plans to start a Master of Social Work (MSW) program this summer. DeWeerd discussed her future plans during the latest episode of the Hope Athletics Orange and Blue Podcast, which features conversations with student-athletes and staff about their experiences with the Hope Athletics mission of academic success, competitive excellence and transformational experiences. A two-time Honorable-Mention All-American middle hitter who helped the Flying Dutch reach the NCAA Division III Elite Eight three times during her career, DeWeerd reflected on her journey with the sport of volleyball and her four rewarding years as a Hope College student-athlete during the podcast. The 6-0 DeWeerd played in 106 career matches for the Flying Dutch, including 102 over her final three seasons. Averaging 2.47 kills and 0.75 blocks per set, DeWeerd became an integral part of Hope’s attack. DeWeerd also thrived in a leadership role, serving as a co-captain as a junior and senior. The Flying Dutch posted a…

People in this episode

Host: Alan Babbitt

Guest: Alison DeWeerd

Topics covered

  • volleyball
  • student-athlete experience
  • social work
  • leadership
  • Hope College athletics

Keywords

  • Alison DeWeerd
  • Hope College
  • volleyball
  • Master of Social Work
  • student-athlete
  • NCAA

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Organizations: Hope College

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