Muleskinner

Issue date: 11/20/08 Section: Sports

Media Credit: Dave Kopp: UCM Athletics After defeating Nebraska-Omaha in her final home match as Jennies' volleyball coach, Peggy Martin (center) received a lift from her team in honor of her success as the crowd of 1,351 gave her a standing ovation.

Media Credit: Andy Schreck: UCM Public Relations Peggy Martin was all smiles Friday as she coached her final home match for the Jennies.

Media Credit: Andy Schreck: UCM Public Relations The Board of Governors and University President Dr. Aaron Podolefsky proclaimed that the volleyball court be named Dr. Peggy Martin Court last Friday.

Editor's note: With a Friday night where many wouldn't have thought of coming to a volleyball game, 1,351 fans filled into the Multipurpose Building to say goodbye and thanks to Jennies' volleyball coach Peggy Martin.

After the Jennies' 3-1 victory over Nebraska-Omaha, Martin received a standing ovation from the home crowd.

Here is an excerpt from Martin's speech to the fans after the athletic department honored her.

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"I am very grateful for my time with my players. Tonight means so much to me. A lot of my friends came a long distance. I'm so joyful for all of you being here, and especially for all the players that have put up with me through the years.

I've been working a long a time with Jerry. He's been my boss for 27 years. Athletic directors are always fun to work with, but Jerry has always supported me and let me do my job.

I'm thankful he knew nothing about volleyball, and he's been great to work for. The community has been great to me.

When I came here 33 years ago, I thought I was going to stay for a couple of years. Well, you know what happened. I love the town, I love the place, I love the school and I love all of you.

For all my friends thank you all so much. Joyful, joyful!"

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