Russ Rose in 1979: “We had the best setter [McLaughlin] in the the EAIAW Championship tournament. It will be impossible to replace Nancy McLaughlin in this program. Nancy is unique.” The Daily Collegian, Nov. 29, 1979.”
Nancy McLaughlin in 1979 on her role as team captain: “It’s very important this year as a liaison between the team and the coach because there’s no assistant coach. I am the only one who’s in between. Also, having the most years on the team helps. I hope that I can be a positive influence.”
1978 Season (Junior) Highlights and Awards: Named a team captain … Won the 3rd letter of her carerr.
Season Recap:
Before Penn State:
“McLaughlin grows with volleyball program,” The Daily Collegian, Oct. 25, 1979