Russ Rose Then (2000): “Mishka is one of our best offensive players.  She has always had great vision as a hitter and she is going to have to carry an increased offensive load for us this season.”

Russ Rose Now (2025): “Mishka was one of the top attackers in the country and was recruited by all the top programs.  Her future was in her own hands — she could play any of the front row positions as she was very bright, possessed a very calm demeanor, and was never afraid of the big moments.  She was a good student so she could have gone anywhere she wanted.  She was an integral part of our success.”

Before Penn State: A four-year starter at middle hitter for Episcopal High school; captained the Knights for her junior and senior seasons; named to Volleyball Magazine’s 1998 “Fab 50” team; three-time first-team All-Greater Houston selection; second-team All-American in ’97-’98; led team to four consecutive Southwest Prep titles; All-Southwest Prep Conference pick in each of her four years.

“Heavy Burden to Carry,” The Daily Collegian, October 18, 2001