GREENEVILLE, Tenn. --- Five more student-athletes have committed to attend Tusculum College and play volleyball for the Pioneers announced TC head coach Michael Robinson.

This final group of signees includes: Victoria Ashley, Dana Van Dyck, Courtney McDevitt, Maelyn Cutshaw and Kaily Weiss.

Ashley, an outside hitter from Coral Springs, Fla., is transferring to Tusculum from Pasco Hernando Community College. While playing for the Conquistadores, she earned team most valuable players in 2012 as she led PHCC with 445 kills averaging 3.65 per set. She also led the team with 60 service aces and accounted for 544.5 points on the season. Defensively, she amassed 478 digs (3.92 dps) and 48 blocks (31 solos, 17 assists). Her kills and aces averages were ranked in the top five, nationally. Ashley played her prep career at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School where she was a four-year starter.

"I am excited about the experience Victoria brings, already competing at a really high level," said Robinson. "I knew she was a tremendous fit the minute she stepped on campus. She is a great kid and we are more than eager to get her here in August."

Van Dyck, a 5-7 libero/defensive specialist from Mokena, Ill., just completed her prep career at Lincoln Way East High School in Frankfort, Ill. She led the Griffins with a school record 441 digs while earning All-Conference and Best Defensive Award honors. She won a pair of AAU Sand Volleyball championships in Chicago and Indiana, while qualifying for the AAU Sand Volleyball national championship held in Hermosa Beach, Calif. She also competed on the Gold Team Ultimate Volleyball Club for five years as her team finished fifth in the AAU nationals.

"Dana has a solid volleyball background and brings a lot to the table with her experience. She is an extremely aggressive defender and I am confident she will have a huge impact on our defense this coming season," Robinson added. "On top of that, she has a one of a kind personality with tremendous character."

McDevitt, a setter from Bradenton, Fla., earned All-County and All-Area honors at Braden River High School. The 2012 team MVP led her prep squad to a pair of district titles (2009, 2010) and was the 2011 recipient of the Leadership Award. She also earned a bid to the junior Olympics with her Venetian Bay 18 club squad.

"Courtney is a great addition to our setter position, bringing size and experience running a dynamic offense," Robinson said. "Having her adds the depth and competition I was striving for next season. I am excited about everything Courtney brings to the table and can't wait to get her on campus."

Cutshaw, a three-time All-State outside hitter from Greeneville, Tenn., played locally at South Greene High School. She was named the Blue Ridge Athletic Conference Player of the Year on two occasions, while also garnering All-Conference and All-Region accolades. Cutshaw was also named District Most Valuable Player four times and Region MVP on three occasions. She led the Lady Rebels to the State Playoffs all four years, including two appearances in the Final Four.

"Maelyn comes from a successful high school program at South Greene, providing her with the experience of playing in championship matches the last four years," Robinson said. "Her athleticism is unmatched and her ability to compete in high pressure situations will be extremely valuable next season."

Weiss, a 6-0 right-side hitter from Lynchburg, Va., was a multiple All-Region and All-District selection at Brookville High School. She was named her team's most valuable player in 2011 while also playing her club volleyball with the Roanoke United (U18).

"On the court, Kaily is a legitimate offensive weapon. She is going to thrive in our program with potential that is unparalleled. With her drive and work ethic, I see Kaily growing into a major contributor for this program," said Robinson.

This year's recruiting class also includes previous signees Rachel Garnett, Moriah Jones, Andrea Amettis, Jaida Allen, Danielle Smith and Sarah Bouley

Tusculum is coming of a 24-8 season as the Pioneers earned the program's fourth consecutive berth to the NCAA Division II Tournament, while advancing to the Sweet 16 for the first time in school history."

Tusculum College, located in Greeneville, Tenn., is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church, USA and is a NCAA Division II member of the South Atlantic Conference. Tusculum, the oldest college in the State of Tennessee, sponsors 15 intercollegiate sports, including men's lacrosse, which will be competing in its first season during the 2013-2014 academic year.

Tusculum, the 28th oldest college in the nation, is a liberal arts institution committed to providing a liberal arts education in a Judeo-Christian and civic arts environment, with pathways for career preparation, personal development and civic engagement. Approximately twenty-one hundred students are enrolled on the main campus in Greeneville and three off-site locations in East Tennessee. The academic programs for both traditional-aged students and working adults served through the Graduate and Professional Studies program are delivered using focused calendars whereby students enroll in one course at a time.

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