University of Minnesota Athletics
Freshman Friday: Regan Pittman
6/17/2016 12:00:00 AM | Volleyball
Regan Pittman comes to Minnesota after playing with Saint Thomas Aquinas and her club team, KC Power. The 6-foot, 5-inch middle blocker was named an Under Armour First Team All-American by the AVCA, and named Team East's Most Valuable Player at 2015 Under Armour All American Game. A 2015 Prepvolleyball.com Club All-American and 2014 high school All-America, Pittman led Aquinas HS to a State Championship in 2014 as well as two State runner-up finishes in 2015 and 2013. The MVP of the 2015 Eastern Kansas League, she had over 1050 career kills at Saint Thomas Aquinas, .450 hitting clip, 349 blocks (236 solos) and 170 digs. Her .450 career hitting efficiency ranks at the top of Saints' record books. With KC Power, the team finished fifth in Open twice (2016 and 2015) at the USAV National Championships. She was also a member of the USA Youth National Team World Championship roster and garnered a silver medal in 2015. Read more about Regan and upcoming freshman season with the Gophers.
Gophersports.com: When did you get into volleyball?
Regan Pittman: I was not interested in volleyball till eighth grade. I actually used to hate it. During that time, I was more interested in basketball because it was more of a contact sport.
GS: What has been your favorite volleyball memory so far?
RP: Getting to see my grandparents overjoyed because I was competing for a world U-18 championship In Peru.
GS: You played in the Under-Armour All-America game. Talk about that experience and even playing with some of your fellow freshmen teammates.
RP: Playing with my future Gophers was amazing. I used to always go against them but for once, I got to play with them. The level of play was incredible, but the experience with even better.
GS: What drew you to Minnesota and what ultimately led you to join Gopher Volleyball?
RP: The level of play coach Hugh (McCutcheon) demanded from his players and how well they communicate with each other really stood out to me. I really also enjoyed having the campus close to downtown Minneapolis.
GS: Any idea of what you'd like to major in academically?
RP: At this point I am undecided, but I am interested in Fashion and design. For my prom this year, I made my own formal dress.
GS: What are you most excited for in the 2016 season?
RP: I'm interested in learning how everyone plays together as good teammates. Watching from a fan perspective, the team seems to have great chemistry. I am excited to be a part of a team that has the talent to make Gopher history.
