FCC’s Alexis Cline Commits to Mighty Oaks Volleyball

Surrounded by family members and teammates at the Bobcat Den on Monday, April 7, Frontier Community College Bobcats Volleyball sophomore, Alexis Cline, signed her National Letter of Intent to continue her academic and athletic career at Oakland City University in Oakland City, Indiana. 

The Mighty Oaks women's volleyball team, coached by Allyson Moorman, is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA). They primarily compete in the River States Conference. 

"I like the campus, and it's not far from Fairfield," Cline said. "I'm excited about signing with Oakland City University. I'm looking forward to meeting new people and playing for another two years." 

During her sophomore season with the Bobcats, Cline played both middle and opposite positions. Versatility is essential in volleyball, especially at the middle and right-side spots. Middles must read the game quickly, transition from blocking to attacking in an instant, and maintain a strong presence at the net. Right-sides are often relied upon as offensive powerhouses and dependable blockers who can adapt to multiple roles. 

"I will be transitioning from middle to right side, which isn't a big change, because I played mostly right side at Fairfield Community High School," she said. 

Cline noted that collegiate volleyball at OCU is faster and quicker—something she observed while attending an Oakland City match during her campus visit. 

She thanked former Bobcats volleyball coaches Nixie Hnetkovsky and Libby Lingafelter, along with current head coach Chet Snyder, for their impact on her growth as both a student and athlete at Frontier. 

Cline plans to major in psychology and minor in criminal justice at OCU. After graduation, she hopes to earn her master's degree in social work online and pursue a career as a clinical adoption case worker.