Lewis-Clark State volleyball finally silenced the skeptics on Tuesday night, dismantling the Walla Walla Wolves in straight sets to claim its first-ever Cascade Collegiate Conference tournament victory. The 25-18, 25-17, 25-18 sweep at the P1FCU Activity Center marked a pivotal turning point for a program that has struggled to convert strong regular-season records into postseason success since joining the CCC. By maintaining consistent pressure from the opening serve to the final point, the Warriors neutralized the visiting team’s momentum and secured a crucial win that validates their 19-8 overall standing.
Lewis-Clark State ends decade-long postseason drought with balanced offensive display
Head coach Katie Palmer credited the team’s collective execution for the dominant performance, noting that the squad distributed the ball effectively to create multiple attacking threats. This strategic approach yielded a .340 attack percentage, a testament to the team’s ability to keep defenders off-balance rather than relying on a single star player. The balanced offensive structure allowed various contributors to step up, ensuring that Walla Walla could not focus its defensive resources on one specific hitter.
Mikale Roy led the charge with nine kills, while Addison Wilson and season kill-leader Taylor Boyce each added eight, illustrating the depth of the Warriors’ roster. Roy emphasized the team’s mindset, stating, “There’s no better time to win than now,” a sentiment that resonated throughout the locker room as the historic barrier was broken. With the curse officially lifted, the fifth-seeded Warriors now turn their attention to a high-stakes showdown against fourth-seeded Southern Oregon on Thursday at 5 p.m. at the College of Idaho, aiming to extend their tournament run.
Source: Yahoo Sports
