Article written by Tom Sandwith, Missouri Valley College sports information director

Marshall, Mo. (December 1, 2009)-De Smet Jesuit High School senior, Zach Wiegand and Bishop DuBourg High School senior, Drew Easterley both signed letters of intent to play volleyball for the Viking men's squad next season. 

Zach is the son of Pam and Rich Wiegand of St. Louis, Mo. During high school, he has been involved in not only the varsity volleyball program, but also soccer, Billiards, and MagisMen.

Drew is the son of Sal and Carol Easterley of St. Louis, Mo.  He has been active in the Bishop Dubourg varsity volleyball program throughout high school.

Missouri Valley head volleyball coach, Derick White says, ""Both Zach and Drew are quality young men who come from very supportive families.  Zach has a passion for the game that, when matched with his skills and technique, will make him a very explosive player for us.  Drew is a very versatile player and we expect to fully exploit that during his career at Missouri Valley.  We are very happy to have these quality young men as the newest members of our program."

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