The Iowa Community College Athletic Conference has named Amber Pitz as the Division II Athlete of the Week. Pitz played a major role in Kirkwood victories during the week of Oct. 5-11. Pitz averaged 15 digs per match as part of the Eagles’ victories over Southeastern, Southweastern and Clinton Community College teams.
The 5-7 first-year Kirkwood libero also racked up the honors as a player for Western Dubuque High School. The Farley, Iowa native was named First Team All-Conference and Second Team All-District during her prep career, as well as Western Dubuque team MVP awards.
Following completion of her studies at Kirkwood, Amber Pitz plans to transfer to a four-year college and continue studies toward a career in education.
The Kirkwood Eagles Volleyball program has been ranked in the Division II Top Ten for several weeks by the National Junior College Athletic Association.