Lady Outlaws steamroll league foes

The girls volleyball team posted their seventh straight sweep with their win over Sweet Home, and they continue to be unstoppable in league. The Lady Outlaws beat the Huskies in three quick sets at home in Sisters on Tuesday, October 9, with scores of 25-9, 25-12 and 25-15.

Strong play and excellent serving from the entire squad led to an easy win.

Megan Minke led the team with 12 kills, followed by Duree Standley, who posted eight on the night. Nila Lukens tallied seven kills and three aces.

Shannon Fouts recorded 43 assists, six kills and four aces, and Savannah Spear led the team with eight digs.

Lukens said, "We are really connected as a team. Our team is strong and we have a lot of good athletes. We've adjusted to our new coach and to the new style of coaching very well. To finish the season where we want to we need to stay strong, keep playing our game and stay connected."

Coach Miki McFadden was pleased with her players and their fine performance.

"We passed well and the team goes as passing goes," said McFadden. "We played solid. We're getting used to playing with each other and knowing whose ball it is. We didn't let the ball drop. We're pursuing balls better, whether it's off a block or off a shank."

The Outlaws will travel to La Pine on Thursday, October 18.