Dig This VBC 16 Black Wins First in Gold at Volleyball Festival

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Huge congratulations </strong>to [program_tooltip program_id='430659' first='Dig' last='This'] VBC 16 Black for an incredible run at the 2025 Volleyball Festival in Phoenix, AZ, held June 26-29! Competing in the 16 Club division, the team finished with an impressive 11-1 record, dominating the field and earning 1st place in the Gold bracket.&nbsp; Capping off their season with a championship title was the perfect way to wrap up a year of hard work and growth.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>📊<a href="https://results.advancedeventsystems.com/event/PTAwMDAwMzg1OTE90/divisions/181479/standings/167848"> <strong>View full results here</strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Coaches</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Arien Fafard - Head Coach</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Andriana Fafard - Assistant Coach</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Fafard, Raymond - Assistant Coach</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Roster</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='543122' first='Audrianne' last='Bernard'] #6</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='520116' first='Maya' last='Dominguez'] #1</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Jonah Duhaylungsod #9</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='550943' first='Briley' last='Fawson']&nbsp; #24</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='563109' first='Daylin' last='Fawson'] #14</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='550945' first='Mackenzie' last='Martin'] #7</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='544739' first='Sydney' last='Mason'] #3</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='568115' first='Sanai' last='Murphy'] #18</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='544370' first='Analeigh' last='Na'] #4</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='762288' first='Shaliyah' last='Williams'] #17</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='776041' first='Elena' last='Yuzon'] #8</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='535018' first='Sophia' last='Yuzon'] #22</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Roster Highlights: A Squad Built to Win</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>This team was stacked with some heavy hitters and some talented defensive specialists and libero in the city. Get to know the players.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>🔥 Sisters That Swing Together</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":788564,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/07/023CE6DE-0571-4D2E-A2D7-E4FC5641BCC6-crop-1206x792-1751400423.jpeg?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-788564" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='563109' first='Daylin' last='Fawson'] and [player_tooltip player_id='550943' first='Briley' last='Fawson'] were a force at the net all tournament long. Both were relentless attackers, consistently racking up kills and finding deep corners with smart, well-placed swings. They also capitalized on overpasses, turning them into instant points from both the middle (Daylin) and right side (Briley).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>🎯Sisters That Pass Dimes</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":788566,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025/07/9187016E-6E5B-488A-8A8D-F30E4338239C-crop-1170x769-1751400527.jpeg?w=800" alt="" class="wp-image-788566" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo: Elena and [player_tooltip player_id='535018' first='Sophia' last='Yuzon']</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='535018' first='Sophia' last='Yuzon'], the team's reliable libero, delivered in every rotation—making clutch passes, reading hitters well and contributing at the service line with numerous aces.&nbsp; Right beside her was her younger sister, [player_tooltip player_id='776041' first='Elena' last='Yuzon'], who showed that elite passing runs in the family. Together, they were a steady presence in serve receive and played a key role in setting up the offense all weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>💪 Powerful Pins &amp; Mighty Middles</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>The pins and middles brought serious firepower, loading the lineup with high-impact hitters from every spot. Many played all six rotations, making key contributions on both offense and defense.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='544739' first='Sydney' last='Mason'] put her athleticism on full display, using her vertical and power to consistently hit through and around blocks. She brought serious heat with every swing and boosted the offense with strong backrow attacks throughout the tournament.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='568115' first='Sanai' last='Murphy'] has shown off how great she can hit on the outside, but got a chance to get in a lot of right side reps this tournament, showing off her versatility as a pin hitter who can thrive on either side.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='543122' first='Audrianne' last='Bernard'] brings pure power with every swing, and when she spots a gap in the block or an open net, she doesn't hesitate to absolutely crush the ball. Her full-body commitment behind each hit lets her consistently overpower defenders and break through blocks.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='550945' first='Mackenzie' last='Martin'] brought consistency as an outside hitter, reliably keeping plays alive and contributing steady offense.<br>[player_tooltip player_id='762288' first='Shaliyah' last='Williams'], a quick and effective middle, found scoring opportunities in transition and took advantage of gaps—especially in the campfire zone.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='520116' first='Maya' last='Dominguez'], a versatile state champion who can play any position on the court, stepped in for valuable backrow reps to help set up plays and keep the team in system. She consistently brought positive vibes and kept the team fired up.<br></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>🙌Setting the Standard</strong></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jonah Duhaylungsod</strong> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='544370' first='Analeigh' last='Na']</strong>, both standout setters from our Freshman Showcase, ran the team's 6-2 system with precision. Their ability to connect with new hitters, move the ball, and make smart decisions gave [program_tooltip program_id='430659' first='Dig' last='This'] a dynamic and unpredictable offense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This was a <strong>true team win</strong>—with balance, chemistry, and a high volleyball IQ across the board. From top-tier defense to powerful offensive execution, [program_tooltip program_id='430659' first='Dig' last='This'] VBC 16 Black put together a tournament run to remember. What a way to close the season—<strong>as champions!</strong> 🏆</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Boost your exposure with Prep Dig Nevada!</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Follow/Tag/Collab with us on Instagram </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/prepdignv?igsh=MWNqc3lrc2huZzZxcA%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr">@prepdignv</a><strong>&nbsp;</strong></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Claim your FREE PrepDig player profile </strong><a href="https://prepdig.com/prospect-index/">here</a><strong>.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->