Wingate University Athletics

2017: Dunja Sobot appeared in 11 matches during her first season at Wingate, registering 10 kills to go along with four digs and an ace…Had two kills in three swings in her debut against Francis Marion…Hit .333 with two kills against Winston-Salem State…Had three kills in four swings against UNCP, hitting .500.

Personal:
Full name is Dunja Sobot…Born December 24, 1995 in Novi Sad, Serbia…Daughter of Branislav and Vanja Sobot…Majoring in Psychology…Favorite class at Wingate: Since I just got here ask me this question next semester...Favorite athlete: Ivan Miljkovic…Favorite movie: The Choice…Favorite TV Show: Game of Thrones and Criminal Minds…Dunja can’t imagine a week without: Coffee…Favorite Food: Avocado Chicken Salad...Most memorable sports moment: When my team from Serbia won a championship…Favorite sport to play other than volleyball: Basketball…People Dunja most admires: My sister Sonja...How Dunja gets ready for a game: Listen to music and visualize my team winning the game...Something people don't know about you: I like country music...Nickname: Dun, Dunner, Duni Dun...Dunja thinks the fastest person on the team is _______, strongest is _____, and funniest is ______ ... After I spend a little more time with the girls, I will be able to answer on it…Favorite quote: “The only way to improve tomorrow is to know what you did wrong today.” -Robin Sharma

Why Dunja chose Wingate:
Because it feels like home when you are far away from your own.

Collier:
"Dunja has been a positive addition to our team as a spirited player with a positive attitude and positive influence on our program. It is unique for us to have an international player and Dunja adds a unique cultural dimension to our program. She contributes at a number of positions and adds energy to our gym."