Quincy University’s Women’s Volleyball team is not only one of the most dominant athletic programs on campus but also one of the biggest draws for fans.

 The team consistently attracts large crowds, including students, professors, and parents, all eager to cheer on the athletes. 

However, the energy in the Pepsi Arena, where the games are held, is fueled by more than just the games themselves.

 Behind the scenes, a dedicated group of workers has been a constant presence, contributing to the atmosphere for decades.

Pepsi Arena, a central spot for many sports on campus, has a long-standing tradition of community involvement. 

While volleyball and basketball games fill the arena with cheering fans, the spirit of camaraderie extends far beyond the court. 

The Mart Heinen Booster Club has been supporting Quincy athletics for over 40 years. 

These dedicated volunteers work tirelessly behind the concession stands and help operate game-day activities, contributing to the vibrant energy of every sporting event.

One of the key figures behind this support is Kirk Frageman, a concession worker and long-time volunteer. Frageman’s dedication to Quincy University’s sports is evident in his decades of service. 

“Volleyball, we’ve done concessions. We volunteer for twenty-something years. Basketball, I do the scoreboard for the women; that’s going on forty years,” Frageman said.

His commitment is an example of the loyalty and passion that sustain the campus’s sporting events. Volunteers like Frageman do much more than sell snacks; they create an experience for fans and foster a sense of community.

The game-day experience in Pepsi Arena is not just about watching athletes compete.

 It is also about bringing together people from all corners of the university. 

Ana Gutierrez, a student-athlete and fan, expresses the importance of fans in supporting their peers on the court.

 “I think fans are important to the game because they support their athletes and let them know they are not alone. I come out to support because I want to support my school, to support the athletes, to engage with friends and family, and to see the game and have a good time,” Gutierrez said.

Her words echo the sentiment felt across campus.

Sports are not just about the competition, but rather the connection, community, and shared experiences. 

Whether it is the friends sitting together in the stands, families cheering from the sidelines, or the volunteers working the concession stands, everyone plays a role in the game-day atmosphere.

As the Women’s Volleyball team heads into the final stretch of their season, with six games remaining, their success on the court is matched by the unwavering support they receive from their fans and the community.

As for Pepsi Arena, it remains not just a venue for sports but a symbol of the unity that athletics can bring to a campus.