The Crest High School volleyball team had a pair of student-athletes earn Three-Rivers All-League honors following the season in senior McKenna Hammond and junior Kayla Hermreck.
Hammond was named the September Athlete of the Month and took second-team All-League after her stellar season in which she led the Lady Lancers with 70 ace serves.
The senior also made 135 kills, six assists, 15 solo blocks and went 342-for-373 from the serving line. She registered 261 digs and a serve receive passing rate of 77%.
“She really came on at the net the past couple of seasons and was someone we could count on for the serve. We will miss her next season,” said Crest head coach Abigail Hermreck. “She was a six rotation player and a tremendous passer.”
Hermreck took first team All-League unanimously after her team leading 312 kills and 34 solo blocks.
The junior Lady Lancer also notched 158 assists, 161 digs, went 186-for-219 at the serving line along with 52 ace serves.
“She was a six rotation player and a force to be reckoned with at the net. As a setter, she made many off passes into good sets,” Hermreck said. “I am thrilled to hang on to her for another season.”
Both Hammond and Hermreck were key contributors in helping the Crest volleyball team earn their best team record of 27-7 since 1988. Current assistant coach Tisha Hugg was the head coach and sophomore Delaney Ramsey’s mother was a senior on that 1988 squad.
“Both ladies were huge contributors to the successful season. Their leadership, work ethic, and determination will continue to lead them to success off the court as well. I am very proud of both ladies,” said Hermreck.
