Mojave River League, High Desert Battles Part I

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Mojave River League has six schools in their conference; Apple Valley, Burroughs, Hesperia, Oak Hills, Serrano, and Sultana. Their league is part of the CIF Southern Section and although Burroughs is located in Ridgecrest, they are a part of the battles in the high desert. The volleyball rivalry in the Mojave River League has been competitive, with Burroughs currently in first place after five games. The second round of season play is approaching. Follow them on their IG: burroughs_burros_volleyball</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Coached by Stephanie Phillips and Gary Beckstrom, the Burros have shown up and finished each game so far with a win. This is the first part of showcasing schools and players in the high desert. Meet some of the Burroughs Burros below.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":663887,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Charlene Munoz","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32926","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Burroughs High School (Ridgecrest)","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66edddf8c007d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Charlene Munoz is a captain for her Burroughs High School varsity team. Munoz is a standout libero known for her quick reflexes and defensive prowess on the volleyball court. With a solid platform, she consistently delivers accurate passes, setting up her teammates for successful plays. Her tenacity in defense is evident through her fearless approach—whether diving or digging to save a tough ball, Charlene's determination never wavers. She anticipates plays well, and her quick reactions often turn difficult situations into opportunities for her team. Munoz's combination of agility, skill, and mental toughness makes her a key asset in any defensive scenario.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":663904,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Kayla Santiago","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'5u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32561","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Burroughs High School (Ridgecrest)","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"[program_tooltip program_id='429497' first='Ridgecrest' last='Starlings']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66edddf8c011a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kayla Santiago is a captain and setter for Burroughs varsity volleyball team. She is a natural leader both on the court. Known for her exceptional setting skills, she has smooth hands and consistently gets to the ball quickly, placing it in ideal spots for her hitters to capitalize and score. Her ability to read the game and set up her teammates showcases her tactical understanding. Kayla's communication is another key asset—she effectively directs plays and keeps her team organized, ensuring everyone is on the same page. Her leadership and technical skills make her an invaluable part of the team's success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":663911,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Kori Phillips","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'7u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32564","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Burroughs High School (Ridgecrest)","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"[program_tooltip program_id='429497' first='Ridgecrest' last='Starlings']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66edddf8c0199"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kori Phillips is a formidable outside hitter recognized for her powerful attacks that make her a dominant force at the net. Her ability to generate explosive hits often overwhelms opposing blockers and defenders, turning difficult sets into scoring opportunities for her team. Kori's power and precision allow her to consistently terminate plays, whether in long rallies or quick transitions. She combines athleticism with smart decision-making, adjusting her shots to exploit gaps in the defense. Her aggressive style and relentless pursuit of points make her a key offensive weapon for her team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":663915,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='712487' first='Mekenzee' last='Walke']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32924","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Burroughs High School (Ridgecrest)","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"[program_tooltip program_id='429497' first='Ridgecrest' last='Starlings']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66edddf8c020b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='712487' first='Mekenzee' last='Walke'] is a dominant middle blocker known for her powerful hitting and rock-solid blocking skills at the net. Her strong arm swing allows her to deliver forceful attacks that often catch defenses off guard, making her a key offensive contributor. On defense, Mekenzee is equally formidable, using her height and timing to put up effective blocks, shutting down opposing hitters and disrupting their offense. Her ability to read the game and adjust her positioning enables her to cover a wide range of attacks, making her presence felt on both sides of the net. With her combination of power and precision, Mekenzee is a crucial player in controlling the net game for her team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":[727052],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":663936,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66edddf8c024d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='512255' first='Kyla' last='Chilbes'] is a dynamic outside hitter known for her powerful attacks that consistently put pressure on opposing defenses. Her strength at the net allows her to deliver forceful kills, making her a go-to player in crucial offensive situations. Kyla's aggressive approach, combined with her ability to read the blockers, makes her a difficult player to defend against. Whether in-system or out-of-system, she finds ways to score by adjusting her swings and attacking angles. Her presence on the court is felt both through her physicality and her determination to finish every play with precision and power.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":663922,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Rilynn Annos","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'6u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"32925","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Burroughs High School (Ridgecrest)","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66edddf8c02bd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rilynn Annos may be undersized compared to typical front-row players, but she doesn't let that hold her back at the net. Her impressive vertical jump and quick reflexes allow her to consistently rack up kills, using smart shot placement and speed to outmaneuver taller blockers. On defense, Rilynn's timing and tenacity enable her to contribute solid blocks, challenging hitters with her fearless attitude and exceptional court awareness. Her determination and work ethic make her a relentless competitor, proving that size is no barrier when combined with skill, heart, and an unwavering drive to succeed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Empower our volleyball athletes and teams by sharing their stories with loved ones, fans, and supporters. Subscribe, and stay connected through social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Let's grow together! *If you are a player, CLAIM or CREATE your FREE player profile now! Sometimes unintentional errors happen, email niqnaq23@gmail.com for any corrections.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->