TYLER, Texas - Kasey Laird, a senior out of New Orleans, La., became the 10th Major in Volleyball History to join the 1,000 kills and 1,000 digs club.

"It's been an awesome expierience," said the senior. "To have my name in the record book is truly an honor."

Laird, who already had well over 1,000 digs, earned her 1,000th kill in the four set win over East Texas Baptist on Friday afternoon. 

"This is a great accomplishment for Kasey," said Head Coach Jaime Fisher. "She is one of the best All-Around players to ever play at Millsaps and being a part of this very elite club proves it."

The last Major to earn this honor was Maggie Tumminello last season, as she entered the club midway through the 2011 season.

Laird, who is also a two-time All-SCAC selection in volleyball and a two-time All-SCAC selection in track and field, knows that many of her accolades are a credit to her great teammates throughout her four years.

"I couldn't accomplish any of this without the help of my teammates and Coach Fisher," added Laird. "It starts with the competition at practice in the gym and we have had a lot of great competition through the years which allows us to perform at a high level."

For both Coach Fisher and for Laird, they know bigger accomplishments could be ahead as the 5-0 Majors are off to a great start thanks to the play of their senior Middle Blocker.

"I am very proud of Kasey," says Fisher. "I look forward to seeing what other accomplishments she will have this season."

Laird goes on to add, "The biggest achievement would be a SAA Championship, it's a huge goal for myself and for my team and if we play our game, we can do it."

Official stats have not come out from today's game, but it was confirmed that Laird picked up at least three kills today to get to 1,000 kills. She came into the East Texas Baptist game with 1,191 digs.

The Majors are back in action tomorrow afternoon as they take on the homestanding UT-Tyler Patriots and Mary Hardin-Baylor at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.