RIVERDALE, NY - Manhattan Women's Volleyball Head Coach Brooke Alverson has announced five additions to the Jaspers program ahead of the 2026 season on Wednesday afternoon. These names include
Ori Briger,
Kaitlyn Doyle,
Karsyn Harris,
Margaret O'Brien, and
Julia Pfleger.
Ori Briger - Setter - Tel Aviv, Israel
Prior to Manhattan: One season at Barton Community College ... Averaged 5.67 assists per set, for a total of 749 on the year ... Also accumulated 293 digs and 65 aces ... Played in World Maccabiah Games, showcasing the best Jewish athletes.
Why Briger Chose Manhattan: "The culture, it looks like everybody's together, care about each other, and treat each other like family, which is really important to me."
Alverson Quote: "Ori is a poised and intelligent setter who plays the game with great composure. She can run a dynamic offense while making smart decisions under pressure. Her international experience brings a unique perspective and level of maturity that will be a tremendous asset to our team."
Kaitlyn Doyle - Defensive Specialist/Libero - Massapequa Park, NY
Prior to College: Played two seasons at St. Anthony's High School ... Tallied over 500 kills, 500 digs, and 100 aces ... Two-time All-Catholic League and All-Academic selection ... Played senior season at IMG Academy in Bradenton, FL ... There, she tacked on more than 100 kills, digs, and aces ... Made her way onto the 2025 AVCA All-America Watch List ... Competed on IMG Ascenders Elite 18-1, the country's highest ranked club volleyball team ... Competed in the summers at USA Volleyball Nationals from 2022-2026.
Why Doyle Chose Manhattan: "I chose to attend Manhattan University because it offers the opportunity to compete at a high level on the court while also pursuing academic excellence."
Alverson Quote: "Katie is an exceptional local athlete who continued to elevate her game during her time at IMG Academy. Her versatility and competitive drive makes her a valuable addition to our program, and we're excited to see the energy and work ethic she brings to the gym every day."
Karsyn Harris - Outside Hitter - Gilbert, AZ
Prior to College: Played three seasons of varsity volleyball at Hamilton High School ... Also played for the East Valley Juniors Volleyball Club.
Why Harris Chose Manhattan: "I loved the location, the campus, and everyone I came across was so nice."
Alverson Quote: "Karsyn brings a high level of athleticism and explosiveness to our program. She can score in a variety of ways as a pin attacker and competes with confidence. We're excited to see her represent the Green and White inside Draddy Gymnasium."
Margaret O'Brien - Outside Hitter - Rockford, IL
Prior to College: Played on the varsity squad at Guilford High School ... In her best season, she finished with 228 kills (2nd in conference), 37 aces (4th in conference), while also finishing eighth in digs ... Earned three all-conference selections, was named Team MVP, and won a conference championship with her team in her senior season.
Why O'Brien Chose Manhattan: "I chose Manhattan because it felt like a strong community in an area I love."
Alverson Quote: "Margaret is a dynamic pin attacker with a diverse offensive game. She can attack from all areas of the court and will add another level of physicality to our offense. We're excited for her competitive mindset and the impact she'll make in our gym."
Julia Pfleger - Defensive Specialist/Libero - Upper Chichester, PA
Prior to College: Played three seasons of varsity volleyball at Chichester High School ... Team won league championship in every season she played ... Selected three times as a PIAA D1 district qualifier ... Two-time All-Delco Honorable Mention ... Honor Roll all four years.
Why Pfleger Chose Manhattan: "I chose Manhattan because it's a good school for civil engineering, and I fell in love with the campus with a small community and big opportunities."
Alverson Quote: "Julia has an exceptional volleyball IQ and reads the game at a high level. Her court awareness and defensive instincts allow her to anticipate plays and keep the ball alive. She'll elevate Draddy Gymnasium with her consistency and ability to anchor our defense."
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