Sophomore nursing major Kelsey Balcom will not return to play for the women’s basketball team next season, according to Don Weast, assistant athletic director for Media Relations.

Jory Collins, head coach, told The Bulletin in February that Balcom’s influence on the team this season was a positive one.

“Kelsey is an obvious leader on our team,” Collins in the February interview. “She is one of our more talented players, even as a sophomore. We are really excited to have her leadership on our team.”

Collins was unavailable for further comment at this time.

Balcom was the MIAA Freshmen of the Year and earned Honorable Mention All MIAA last season, according to ESU’s website.

Kenzie Templeton