Class 2 State Volleyball: Meet the All-Tournament Team

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Class 2 volleyball season culminated in an exhilarating championship, with St. Vincent emerging as the new champion, marking the school's first-ever state title. Hermann continued to solidify its legacy with another final four appearance, finishing in second place. New Covenant Academy impressed in its inaugural season, finishing third. At the same time, East Buchanan displayed remarkable resilience despite tough five-set losses in both the semifinals and third-place match.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='225325' first='Kate' last='Rubel'] – St. Vincent</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Position:</strong> Outside Hitter</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Performance Overview:</strong><!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Played a crucial role in securing the championship with a standout performance.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Championship Stats:</strong> 22 kills, hitting <strong>.262</strong>, with 5 digs and 3 blocks.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Semifinal Stats:</strong> 21 kills, hitting <strong>.258</strong>, along with 2 aces, 2 assists, and 18 digs, averaging a double-double.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='225326' first='Brie' last='Rubel'] – St. Vincent</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Position:</strong> Setter</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Performance Overview:</strong><!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>An instrumental leader for St. Vincent with consistent performances.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Semifinal Stats:</strong> 38 assists and 19 digs.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Championship Stats:</strong> 29 assists and 17 digs, showcasing her all-around ability.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='792744' first='Callie' last='Schnurbush'] – St. Vincent</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Position:</strong> Libero</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Performance Overview:</strong><!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Key defensive player for St. Vincent, leading her team in digs.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Championship Stats:</strong> 21 digs, with 15 digs in the semifinal match, providing strong defensive support</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kiera Edwards – New Covenant Academy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Position:</strong> Outside Hitter</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Performance Overview:</strong><!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Had a breakout performance in the third-place match.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Semifinal Stats:</strong> 9 kills and 6 digs.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>3rd Place Match Stats:</strong> 23 kills, 1 ace, 2 digs, and 2 blocks in a thrilling five-set victory over East Buchanan.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='702778' first='Ashlyn' last='Hughes'] – Hermann</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Position:</strong> Six-Rotation Middle</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Performance Overview:</strong><!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Thrived under pressure during the final four.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Semifinal Stats:</strong> 28 kills, hitting <strong>.345</strong>, with 2 aces, 24 digs, and 5 blocks.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Championship Stats:</strong> 13 kills, 12 digs, and 2 blocks, maintaining her strong performance.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kealie Lane – Hermann</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Position:</strong> Libero</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Performance Overview:</strong><!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>A defensive anchor for Hermann throughout the tournament.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Championship Stats:</strong> 23 digs.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Semifinal Stats:</strong> 28 digs, 4 assists, and 3 aces, showcasing her versatility.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kaylynn Engnes – East Buchanan</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Position:</strong> Libero </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Performance Overview:</strong><!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Demonstrated grit and determination, leading the team defensively.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Semifinal Stats:</strong> 22 digs in a tough five-set loss.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>3rd Place Match Stats:</strong> 49 digs, leading all Class 2 players at the final four.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='811976' first='Brooklynn' last='Johnson'] – East Buchanan</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Position:</strong> Middle Hitter</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Performance Overview:</strong><!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>A formidable offensive presence for East Buchanan.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Semifinal Stats:</strong> 19 kills, hitting <strong>.255</strong>, and 3 digs.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>3rd Place Match Stats:</strong> 23 kills, 3 digs, and 7 blocks, contributing significantly to her team.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Adelyn Mourey – New Covenant Academy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Position:</strong> Setter/Opposite </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Performance Overview:</strong><!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Played a dual role and was a key contributor.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Semifinal Stats:</strong> 4 kills, 11 assists, 16 digs, and 3 blocks.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>3rd Place Match Stats:</strong> 26 assists, 34 digs, 3 blocks, and 1 ace, highlighting her versatility.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Gabriela Gaumer – New Covenant Academy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Position:</strong> Middle Hitter</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Performance Overview:</strong><!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>A promising young talent with significant contributions.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Semifinal Stats:</strong> 7 kills, 2 digs, and 2 blocks.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>3rd Place Match Stats:</strong> 6 kills, 4 digs, and 8 blocks, with 10 blocks total, the most of all Class 2 players at the final four.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Conclusion</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Class 2 volleyball championship showcased exceptional talent and fierce competition, with St. Vincent rising to the occasion to claim their first state title. Hermann's continued presence in the final four and New Covenant Academy's impressive third-place finish highlighted the depth of talent across the teams. East Buchanan's resilience, despite tough losses, added to the tournament's excitement. If you have any questions or need further details, feel free to ask!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->