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LA Mission Women’s Volleyball Extends Streak to 7-0 with Five-Set Victory Over Cerritos

The LA Mission College women’s volleyball team continues their red-hot start to the season, improving to a perfect 7-0 after a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Cerritos College. LA Mission, known for its strong team chemistry and relentless play, came from behind to take the match with set scores of 25-23, 20-25, 23-25, 25-18, and 15-7.

LA Mission Women’s Volleyball Extends Streak to 7-0 with Five-Set Victory Over Cerritos
Recap
September 4, 2024

Set Breakdown:

  • Set 1: LA Mission Women's Volleyball opened the match with a narrow 25-23 win, bolstered by the offensive firepower of Oluwatoyin Sunday, who led the team with 21 kills. Taylor Boone's precise setting allowed the team to execute their plays efficiently despite Cerritos' strong defense.
  • Set 2 & 3: Cerritos College battled back, taking both sets 25-20 and 25-23. Cerritos College found their rhythm with solid offensive contributions from Sydney May and Monserrat Rodriguez, putting LA Mission on their heels. During these sets, LA Mission struggled with a few costly errors that gave Cerritos the upper hand.
  • Set 4: With their backs against the wall, LA Mission Women's Volleyball showed resilience, pulling off a commanding 25-18 victory. Their hitting percentage soared to .321 as they cleaned up their attack and improved defensively. Rio Sandaiji's 19 digs were critical in keeping the ball alive and frustrating Cerritos' hitters.
  • Set 5: In the final and deciding set, LA Mission Women's Volleyball came out aggressive, quickly building a lead that Cerritos couldn't overcome. Sunday's powerful attacks and Boone's leadership on the court helped LA Mission secure the match 15-7.

Key Performances:

  • Oluwatoyin Sunday had a standout performance with 21 kills and a remarkable .390 hitting percentage. Taylor Boone orchestrated the offense with 49 assists, consistently setting up opportunities for her teammates. Rio Sandaiji's defense was another critical factor, as her 19 digs and court awareness limited Cerritos' offensive success. Additionally, Lillian Pisarczyk and Tawnie Ohrt provided strong support at the net with 8 and 15 kills, respectively.

     Season Overview:
    LA Mission's Women's Volleyball success this season has been a product of a balanced team play, resilience under pressure, and outstanding individual performances. Currently sitting at 7-0, the team is making a strong case as one of the top competitors in their division. They've shown an ability to adapt, coming from behind in multiple matches this season, and thrive under pressure. Head Coach Nabil Mardini has emphasized discipline, teamwork, and mental toughness, which have been key to their perfect record.

    Looking Ahead:
    With this win, Los Angeles Mission Women's Volleyball remains undefeated and will look to keep their streak alive in their next match. Their 7-0 start is one of the best in program history, and they continue to build momentum as they approach the heart of their season. The team will focus on maintaining their high level of play and further improving their chemistry as they set their sights on making a deep postseason run.