St. Norbert College

Career: Two Varsity letters

2025: Saw time in 59 sets over 19 matches tallying 86 digs, 12 assists, and 2 service aces. Dug a season and career-best 10 saves vs. Virginia Wesleyan on 1/25. 

2024: In 22 sets played compiled 17 digs and 3 aces. Collected a season and career-best 6 digs at MSOE on March 26. Winner of the 2024 Norby Award for Outstanding Male Freshman Athlete for his efforts in the pool with the St. Norbert swim team.

Before SNC: Competed in the junior volleyball ranks with One Wisconsin and Wisconsin Flight volleyball clubs. Lettered four times in swimming, three times in football, and three times in track during high school. Was a three-time WIAA state championship qualifier in swimming.

Personal: Intended major is Business Administration. Son of Nicole and Keith Hanse. Has one sister, May, who plays volleyball at UW-Stevens Point. Also competes for the St. Norbert men’s swim team. Birthdate is May 16.

Coach Bryant on Hanse…
“Year three for Zach promises to be his best yet. His instincts and athleticism as a defender are among the very best on our team. Whether as a libero or DS, Zach will be called upon to provide stability to our back row defense and serve receive patterns in critical moments. He has grown as a leader within our roster and is someone whose example of hard work and effort will set the tone for our group all year."

For fun:
Favorite vacation spot – Florida

Favorite video game – Valorant

Favorite quote – “The only way to do great work is to love what you do.”

Favorite volleyball player – Taylor Sanders