The Redbirds' Kaity Weimerskirch also was selected as the league’s Libero of the Year as announced by the conference office.
Joining Otene and Weimerskirch on the all-MVC first team were Redbird junior outside hitter Sarah Kushner. ISU's Aliyah Moore, also an outside hitter, earned a spot on the MVC All-Freshman Team.
“I’m just really proud of our entire team,” said ISU head coach Leah Johnson. “The Valley was deep and experienced this year, and I’m proud of how we fought and grew together throughout the course of the season."
ISU, the No. 2 seed, faces No.