VB Inks Two On Signing Day

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - Carolina volleyball head coach Mike Schall and his staff are excited to announce the signing of two incoming players to National Letters of Intent: Julia Bohlinger and Jackie Taylor.

"It's important to our staff and our university that we attract young people with tremendous athletic character," Schall said.

"In our program, we define that as possessing the following traits: athletic ability, a love for the game and the team, competitive drive and a desire to learn and grow that align with success in all aspects of life. I'm grateful to our staff and current team for their work in making this a program that young people and their families want to be part of. This incoming class will get our very best to challenge them and support them through their years at Carolina."

Name: Jackie Taylor
Position: Middle Blocker
Height: 6'1''
Hometown: Miami, Fla.
High School: Gulliver Prep
Club Team: Miami Hype

Ranked as No. 3 recruit in Florida by MaxPreps (2023)
Finished in the top-3 in the state for kills over all classifications (2023)
Led county in kills and blocks as a junior and senior (2022, 2023)
Two-time all-county selection (2021, 2022)
2022 Gulliver Female Athlete of the Year

"Jackie Taylor is a young person that our team and our fans will love. She is a fantastic athlete who has worked hard in a short amount of time in the sport. It became clear to our staff how committed Jackie is to being the best – the best player and the best teammate she can be. Jackie's work ethic and competitiveness are obvious when watching her practice and play. Playing the middle blocker position is difficult, and Jackie's ability to learn quickly from her outstanding coaches has been important to her development. Her entire family has been an integral part of her success, and we are excited to officially welcome them all to the Carolina Family." – head coach Mike Schall

Name: Julia Bohlinger
Position: Libero/Defensive Specialist
Height: 5'11''
Hometown: Windsor, Colo.
High School: Windsor
Club Team: Norco

First Team All-Conference (2021, 2022)
2022 Conference Player of the Year
2022 First-Team All-State
Team captain (2021, 2022)
2023 Girls Junior National Champion
2023 Girls Junior National Championship MVP

"The first time I saw Julia Bohlinger play, I knew I wanted her to be a Tar Heel. Getting to know Julia and her family through the recruiting process only solidified my first impression. Julia is a winner, a leader and an outstanding teammate who makes the people around her better. Julia has played every position on the volleyball court and has worked hard to become a great libero over the past three years. Her coaches and teachers rave about her impact on her teams, school, and community. Our team and our Tar Heel fans are going to love Julia's game and her enthusiasm. We welcome Julia and her entire family to the Carolina Family." – head coach Mike Schall

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