MOBILE, Ala. -- Spring Hill head softball coach Alison Cook was named the interim head volleyball coach for the 2006 season announced Monday by athletic director Scott Westbrook.

Cook is entering her second season at the helm of the Lady Badger softball team and hopes to continue Spring Hill's success on the volleyball court.  In 2005, the Lady Badgers finished with a record of 22-11, 6-0 (GCAC) and was the runner-up in the NAIA Region XIII tournament as they fell to region champ Berry College in five games.

"Coach Cook has had success on the softball field and I'm sure she can bring that success to the volleyball court," said Westbrook.  "We are looking forward to having Coach Cook step into the position and continue the SHC volleyball winning tradition."

After losing five seniors from last season, Cook has her work cut out for her before the 2006 season begins on Sept. 6 at Montevallo. 

"I am honored for Coach Westbrook to think of me for this position," said Cook.  "I hope to bring stability and success to Spring Hill volleyball."

The Lady Badgers will begin their 2006 season on Wed., Sept. 6, 2006, on the road against the University of Montevallo.