Rustlers Fight Their Way Through Region 9 Tournament, Fall Short in Final Game
The Central Wyoming College women's volleyball team faced a challenging slate of opponents at the Region 9 Volleyball Tournament held at Western Nebraska Community College. The tournament saw the team compete against several strong contenders, and ultimately the Rustlers were one win away from a NJCAA National Tournament berth.
The Rustlers opened the tournament with a tough match against North Platte Community College, losing in straight sets 0-3 with set scores of 16-25, 20-25, and 22-25. Despite a rocky start, the Rustlers quickly bounced back with consecutive victories. They defeated Gillette Community College 3-1 with set scores of 24-26, 25-15, 25-23, and a dominant 25-13 in the fourth set. Continuing their winning streak, they secured wins against Western Nebraska Community College (3-0), Laramie Community College (3-0), and narrowly missed a win against Casper College (2-3) with sets finishing at 22-25, 25-18, 18-25, 25-18, and a close 13-15 in the final set. The loss against Casper effectively ended their run in the tournament and capped off CWC's 2025 season.
Standout players included Presley Ryan who amassed impressive kill counts throughout the tournament, topping at 16 kills in matches against Laramie and Casper. Hallie Johnson also shined with her defensive prowess, recording a high of 35 digs against Casper College. The team's synchronized play was epitomized by Quincey Mathews who set up numerous plays, culminating in 47 assists against Casper.
Coach Davis and the players reflected on both the challenges and the successes of the tournament. Coach Davis emphasized the team's growth and persistence, while Presley Ryan shared her pride in the team's achievements. These sentiments encapsulate a season of hard-fought games and a resilient team spirit.