UND volleyball coach Nguyen pushes for aggressive play style from team

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

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North Dakota volleyball coach David Nguyen is emphasizing a more aggressive approach for his roster as the team moves past an initial 2-3 start. Following a 3-1 win over Mercer, the Fighting Hawks are preparing for the upcoming Joust Tournament in Riverside, California. Nguyen, who is managing a roster composed of both returning players and his own recruits, stated that the team possesses the necessary skill to play with higher intensity. Freshman outside hitter Ellee McIntosh has emerged as a key contributor during the early season, recording her first collegiate double-double against Mercer. An de Hamer currently leads the team with 51 kills, while McIntosh follows with 48. The program continues to integrate new talent as they prepare for matchups against Cal Baptist, Idaho, and Sacred Heart.

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  • North Dakota holds a 2-3 record following a recent 3-1 victory against Mercer.
  • The team will face Cal Baptist, Idaho, and Sacred Heart at the Joust Tournament.
  • Ellee McIntosh recorded 10 kills and 10 digs in the win over Mercer.
  • An de Hamer leads the Fighting Hawks with 51 kills through five matches.
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Sep. 8—GRAND FORKS — UND freshman outside hitter Ellee McIntosh wasn't recruited by new head volleyball coach David Nguyen, but he quickly wanted the West Fargo native to feel at ease. "The biggest part for me was to make sure everybody feels like I recruited them and that I'm not biased one way because I maybe recruited someone else," Nguyen said. "We stat every practice and see it from a ...

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