New school, new challenges, same mascot for Metcalf
Zoie Metcalf first starting playing volleyball at the age of seven and ever since the day she first picked up a ball, she’s dreamed of playing in college.
Last Monday afternoon, Metcalf saw the realization of that dream when she signed on to continue her playing career at Chattanooga State.
“This has been the dream and I’m really glad that I’m going to get to live out my dream and play for Chattanooga State,” the standout senior said. “I hope I can transfer after this and go play somewhere else. I’m so excited.”
Metcalf said one of the main reason she chose Chattanooga State was its proximity to home.
“I like it because it’s here and I don’t have to go away,” she explained. “I can be at home for the next two years and then transfer. I really love the coaches there and how the program is really just like a family.”
It’s been a stellar four-year high school career for Metcalf.
After a breakout freshman year that saw her lead Ringgold in both aces and assists, she collected 103 kills, 205 digs, 654 assists and 142 aces, which led the state in the regular season during her sophomore year. As a junior, Metcalf was named the Region 6-AAA Most Valuable Player after recording 103 kills, 145 digs, 746 assists, 141 aces and 25 blocks.
This past season, the senior made it back-to-back 6-AAA MVP awards after finishing the year with 97 kills, 133 aces, 847 assists, 71 digs and 12 blocks. She was named Co-Player of the Year by MVP School of Sports and she was an AllState pick by the Georgia Volleyball Coaches Association. Ringgold won a third consecutive region title in 2019 and advanced to the second round of the Class 3A state playoffs.
“We’ve had players nominated for All-State in the past, so to have one win it this year is awesome,” said head coach Ashley Boren. “She’s all about