The University of Arizona has added another name to its list of professional athletes, as volleyball outside hitter Jordan Wilson was selected No. 18 in the Major League Volleyball Draft to the Grand Rapids Rise on Nov. 24. 

Wilson was one of 32 players selected to play in the 2026 MLV season, which consists of eight teams across the United States and is in its third year. 

The senior from Gilbert, Arizona, closes out her career with over 1,100 kills as a Wildcat and more than 1,500 kills in her career, ranking No. 12 among Division Ⅰ players. 

This season, Wilson led Arizona with over 400 kills, averaging 4.61 kills a set, ranking fourth in the Big 12. 

Along with that, Wilson has also served over 20 aces, collected over 30 blocks this season and has recorded more than 220 digs. Notably, she recorded a season high of 29 kills against the University of Utah on Nov. 21. At Arizona, she played in 14 matches with 20+ kills, ranking eighth in program history. 

Last season, Wilson was named to the All-Big 12 first team and earned the AVCA All-Regional honorable mention accolade. After playing a key role in Arizona’s 2024 NIVC Championship run, Wilson was selected to the NIVC All-Tournament Team. 

The Grand Rapids’ season kicks off on Jan. 9, 2026, where the team will take on the Orlando Valkyrie.

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