SAN ANTONIO - Sophomore outside hitter Zoe Menendez was accepted into University of the Incarnate Word's undergraduate nursing program on September 9, 2021. Menendez embodies the true meaning of being a student-athlete at the UIW.

Menedez, a native of Austin, earned academic district all 4 years of high school and was named to the Southland Conference Commissioner's Honor Roll this spring, completing the semester with a 4.0 GPA.

Off the court Menedez hopes to become a travel nurse, eventually becoming a pediatric nurse. This ambition derives from her love of kids to one day make a difference in their lives.
On the court for the Cardinals thus far, Menendez has compiled 15 kills, nine total blocks and 12 digs. She has appeared in 18 sets while wearing the red, white and black.

"I'm proud to represent UIW volleyball as I continue my academic aspirations. UIW has been so supportive throughout this exciting process, and I am so grateful for all the support I've gotten from my professors and coaches," Menedez said.

Head coach Samantha Dabbs-Thomas praised Menedez for her hard work in the classroom and on the court.

"I am extremely proud of Zoe. She is a great representation of what a student-athlete encompasses. She works hard on and off the court every single day. She will make a great nurse someday," Dabbs-Thomas said.  

The Cardinals' season continues this week with a trip to Dallas, Texas to compete against Texas Christian University followed by a trip to Denver for the Mile High Invitational. The Cardinals will face off against the University of Iowa, University of Denver and Air Force.

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