Historic Victory! Herons Volleyball Sweeps Way to ESIAC Championship

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Historic Victory! Herons Volleyball Sweeps Way to ESIAC Championship
Historic Victory! Herons Volleyball Sweeps Way to ESIAC Championship

The Gunston School Girls Volleyball team has achieved a historic milestone, sweeping Saints Peter and Paul (25-11, 25-19, 25-20) to secure the program's first-ever Eastern Shore Independent Athletic Conference (ESIAC) championship!

Capping a dominant season with a final record of 16-1, the Herons showcased poise and control throughout the match, executing the game plan set by Head Coach David Henry. After reaching the final the past two years, the team’s hard work and dedication finally paid off with a title.

Key Highlights

  • Final Score: Gunston swept the match 3-0.
  • Controlling the Pace: Coach Henry credited the victory to the team's ability to "control their passes, their sets, their hits, their footwork."
  • Top Performers: Liv Labrador—who was named ESIAC Co-Player of the Year after the match—was instrumental in the first-game rally and clinched the final point for the championship.
  • All-Conference Honors: Labrador, along with teammates Alie Merkle, Scotia Hopper, and Emma Nkanza, were named to the All-Conference First Team. Addison Colwell earned Honorable Mention.

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