MLV Minnesota General Manager and Head Coach Pedro Mendes announced the signing of middle blockers Hattie Bray and Alicia Andrew for the 2027 season. Bray, a former Marquette University player, appeared in 19 matches for the Grand Rapids Rise in 2026, recording 17 kills, 11 blocks, 20 digs, and four aces. Andrew, a former Wisconsin player, signed with the Atlanta Vibe as a free agent in February 2026, following a standout collegiate career.
Player Background
Bray played four seasons at Marquette University, finishing with 1,062 kills, 408 blocks, 178 digs, and 37 aces. She earned AVCA Honorable Mention All-America honors in 2025 and was a four-time All-BIG EAST selection. Andrew was named to the 2024 Big Ten/Big 12 Challenge All-Tournament Team and helped guide the Badgers to the NCAA semifinals in her graduate season.
Mendes praised both players, saying, “Hattie is a dominant middle blocker with strength, size, and agility… Alicia is an outstanding middle blocker with great efficiency at the net.” Bray and Andrew expressed their excitement to play for MLV Minnesota, with Bray looking forward to playing in front of Midwest fans and Andrew eager to contribute to the team’s success.
Original reporting: Appleton, WI News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
