Mish Espe was instrumental in the advancement of the Blue Devils women's volleyball program. As the team's setter from 1984-87, Espe set the standard for volleyball's quarterback position.

A team captain her final three seasons, Espe was an honorable mention all-conference choice as a junior, a first team pick as a senior and the team's most valuable player as a junior and senior.

Known for her pinpoint accuracy with the set, Espe graduated from the Blue Devils program with the most career assists. She currently ranks third on the all-time Stout assists list.

Following her Stout playing career, Espe was an assistant coach for the Blue Devils for one season, then continued to play in a number of amateur leagues and tournaments around the country.

Espe currently resides in Elko, Minn., with her husband, Jamie Walsh, a former Stout football player, and one child. Espe works for Telex Communications as an accounting supervisor.