Volleyball Finishes Second Region 10 Tournament

The Cleveland Community College Yetis volleyball team showcased resilience and talent at the Region 10 Tournament, hosted by Richard Bland College, this past weekend. The Yetis fought hard in multiple matches, securing standout individual achievements along the way. Notably, several players received prestigious awards in recognition of their outstanding performances.

Match 1: Cleveland Community vs. Pitt Community College (November 1, 2024)

The Yetis came out strong against Pitt Community College, securing a decisive 3-0 victory. Cleveland Community dominated each set with scores of 25-15, 25-15, and 25-22, exhibiting efficient attacks and a solid defense. Sara Rose Warlick led the offense with an impressive 15 kills, hitting at a .324 percentage, while Aziyah Rudisill added 11 kills at a .421 clip. The Yetis' serving also played a critical role, with 15 aces contributing to their 3-set sweep over Pitt.

Match 2: Cleveland Community vs. Cape Fear Community College (November 2, 2024)

In an intense five-set showdown, the Yetis triumphed over Cape Fear Community College with a final score of 3-2 (15-25, 24-26, 28-26, 25-23, 15-11). The match featured significant contributions from Warlick and Rudisill, who combined for 30 kills. Rudisill led with 18 kills at a .293 hitting percentage, while Warlick contributed 12 kills. Swink's 47 assists and 21 digs highlighted her all-around play, while Daniela Castillo's impressive 20 digs anchored the defense.

Match 3: Cleveland Community vs. Richard Bland College (November 2, 2024)

The Yetis faced a challenging opponent in tournament hosts Richard Bland College, ultimately falling 0-3 (18-25, 23-25, 19-25). Despite the loss, Cleveland players put forth a strong effort. Warlick and Taija Smith each contributed eight kills. Setter Kassie Swink distributed 14 assists while showing defensive prowess with 19 digs.

Overall Impact

Sara Rose Warlick and Daniela Castillo were named to the All-Tournament Team, acknowledging their pivotal roles in the Yetis' competitive showing. Warlick also received the Regional 2nd Team All-Region honor for her performance throughout the season. Aziyah Rudisill was recognized on the 1st Team All-Region, where she also holds the second-highest points total for the season in the region. Kassie Swink earned an Honorable Mention for her contributions, rounding out an impressive list of accolades for Cleveland Community College players.  

The Region 10 Tournament capped off a season of growth and achievement for the Yetis. With several players receiving individual honors, Cleveland Community College demonstrated its capability and potential in collegiate volleyball. The strong performances and team spirit displayed by the Yetis in the tournament set a positive tone for the future as they look forward to building on this season's accomplishments.

The Yetis will compete in the Southeast District Tournament held at Richard Bland College, where they will face Walters State Community College on Friday, November 8, at 3 pm.