Jolien Knollema is a Dutch player whose senior role is outside hitter. Born on January 5, 2003, she is listed at 188 cm. She was included in the senior player group for the 2026 Volleyball Nations League. Knollema’s club route has included Germany, Italy and Türkiye, giving the Dutch outside hitter experience in several different league environments.
In the outside-hitter position, attacking is only part of the job. The player also works in serve receive, covers the back court and often stays involved through transition, giving the role a larger ball-control burden than most front-row positions. Listed at 188 cm, Jolien Knollema brings that frame to a role that extends across both front-row and back-row rotations.
International selection adds another layer to a club career: teammates come from different systems, travel is concentrated and tactical preparation moves quickly. The 2026 season places her firmly in senior international competition during the early part of her professional career. For Jolien Knollema, the 2026 national-team cycle records the level she had reached in senior competition. For Jolien Knollema, that national-team record sits alongside the longer club career rather than replacing it. Even within one position, responsibilities can change with rotation, teammate combinations and opponent, so senior selection also reflects the ability to work inside a different tactical setting.
Player Information
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jolien Knollema |
| Date of Birth | January 5, 2003 |
| Nationality | Dutch |
| Position | Outside Hitter |
| Height | 188 cm |
| National Team | Netherlands Women’s National Volleyball Team |
| Career Status | Active |