(Thursday, July 23; Sioux Center, Iowa) Jeremiah Thimbrel, a student at St. John's Junior College (Belize), has announced his intention to attend Dordt and join the Defender volleyball program.

THE THIMBREL FILE
Previous School: St. John's Junior College (Belize)
Hometown: Belmopan City, Belize
Intended Field of Study: Business Administration: Economics & Marketing
Parents: Kerm & Shelly Thimbrel
Height: 6-0
Position: Opposite Hitter/Outside Hitter
Highlights: Member of a national championship team.

WHY DORDT
"Dordt University exemplifies Christ centered values with stellar athletic and academic programs."

COACH CHAD HANSON SAID
"Jeremiah's athleticism and explosiveness as an attacker will bring important depth to our pin position.  He is a competitor who pursues each day with a passion that is contagious.  It will be enjoyable to watch his game continue to grow at Dordt.  We are grateful for these coaches who have positively influenced his development: Elton Anderson, Yvette Price, Chad Dietrich, and Jeff Dueck.  Jeremiah's love for the Lord and willingness to selflessly serve others make him a great fit for our men's volleyball program and campus community."


ABOUT DORDT
Dordt University in Sioux Center, Iowa, is a comprehensive Christian college rooted in the Reformed tradition. The Defender athletic program is a part of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC), American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) and the Mid-American Collegiate Hockey Association (MACHA).
     
U.S. News & World Report, Money Magazine, Forbes.com, Washington Monthly, and Princeton Review all list Dordt on their best colleges lists. Dordt is home to approximately 1,500 students.