Prime Time for Sophomores: Valuable Experience at CIF Finals

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PrepDig had the privilege of traveling to Santiago College in Orange to cover two exhilarating days of the CIF State Finals. The event featured six intense matchups, each brimming with exceptional talent, fierce competition, and championship stakes. From the opening serve to the final point, the energy in the gym was electric, as teams battled not just for titles but also for pride and legacy. It was a celebration of volleyball at its finest, showcasing the sport's ability to bring out the best in athletes when it matters most.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Friday, November 22</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Division V</strong>: Immanuel defeated Bell Gardens</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Division I</strong>: Palos Verdes triumphed over Foothill, Pleasanton</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Saturday, November 23</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Division IV</strong>: South Pasadena overcame Hilmar</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Division III</strong>: Central Valley Christian defeated Monta Vista</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Division II</strong>: San Ramon Valley bested Centennial, Bakersfield</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Open Division</strong>: Cathedral Catholic edged out Archbishop Mitty</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While the games themselves were undeniably thrilling, one of the most noteworthy groups of athletes on the court were the sophomores. For these players, this stage represents their prime recruitment year, and they have the most to gain from competing in such high-pressure, high-stakes environments. College coaches scouting these athletes will take note of their ability to perform under pressure, whether they were playing or contributing from the sidelines. Simply being part of this intense, championship-level atmosphere is an invaluable experience, offering crucial opportunities for growth and development that will help shape their future on the court. This exposure in a competitive setting will undoubtedly impact their recruitment prospects as they continue to develop their skills and reputation.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are the sophomores to know, who can proudly add this incredible experience to their volleyball resumes:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Cathedral Catholic Volleyball Roster</strong><br>#9 Kale'a Lee<br>#14 [player_tooltip player_id='545272' first='Olivia' last='Greenwood']<br>#19 Jojo Wilson</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Immanuel Volleyball Roster</strong><br>#3 Tatum Garza<br>#4 Ellsie Riddle<br>#7 Addie Krause<br>#8 Claire Horn<br>#11 Leanne Bishel</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Bell Gardens Volleyball Roster</strong><br>#1 Sarahi Bailon<br>#8 Adamari Carrillo</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Foothill Volleyball Roster</strong><br>#2 [player_tooltip player_id='524637' first='Kaitlyn' last='Vogel']<br>#17 Emily Evans</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Palos Verdes Volleyball Roster</strong><br>#2 [player_tooltip player_id='482037' first='Olivia' last='Hirsch']<br>#5 Annabelle Huang<br>#8 Keira Otto<br>#15 [player_tooltip player_id='500878' first='Pamela' last='Okeefe']<br>#25 [player_tooltip player_id='779764' first='Paige' last='Tydlaska']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Hilmar Volleyball Roster</strong><br>#7 Clare Caetano<br>#11 Reese Ahlem<br>#16 Emily Barroso<br>#21 Rowan Takhar</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>South Pasadena Volleyball Roster</strong><br>#2 [player_tooltip player_id='501818' first='Ella' last='Garner']<br>#3 Evan Taylor<br>#7 Rian Sanchez<br>#13 Bella Ventura<br>#14 Maiya Gallo<br>#25 Samantha Kim</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Monta Vista Volleyball Roster</strong><br>#1 Elva Tang<br>#8 Kylee Mark<br>#9 Kaylee Kwok<br>#13 Emily Chan</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Central Valley Christian Volleyball Roster</strong><br>#4 Ava Gambini<br>#7 Emerson Kroeze</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>San Ramon Valley Volleyball Roster</strong><br>#5 [player_tooltip player_id='780836' first='Rachel' last='Richardson']<br>#8 Anuu Thompson<br>#15 Jaya Vella-Turner<br>#16 Riley McMullen</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Centennial Volleyball Roster</strong><br>#7 Lexi Fountain<br>#13 [player_tooltip player_id='433715' first='Kathryn' last='Wulff-Smith']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These sophomores not only demonstrated their skills on the court, but also had the unique opportunity to grow under pressure and learn from some of the best competition in the game. The experiences gained at Santiago College will lay the groundwork for their continued development, helping to build confidence and prepare them for even bigger challenges ahead. This achievement should be proudly added to their athletic resumes and will make for a great conversation starter when college coaches are able to reach out in June.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At PrepDig, we're excited to follow the progress of this next generation of stars. 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