In dominant fashion, volleyball started their weekend with wins over Whitman and Hardin Simmons. Kicking off their weekend at the East Texas Baptist Invitational, the Celts showed they were a force with convincing victories.

Whitman

In a commanding performance, the St. Thomas volleyball team continued their winning streak as they defeated Whitman in straight sets, with scores of 25-13, 25-22, and 25-19. The victory improved St. Thomas's record to 4-0 for the season.

Key Players:

• Audrey Cataline (St. Thomas) was instrumental in the victory, contributing 12 kills with a remarkable hitting percentage of .281. She also added 1 block and 9 digs to her impressive performance.

• Trinity Atkins (St. Thomas) showcased her attacking prowess with 7 kills and a remarkable hitting percentage of .353. She also contributed with 1 block and 1 dig.

• Kendall Howard (St. Thomas) played a crucial role as the setter, recording 20 assists and 7 digs.

Team Stats:

St. Thomas displayed a well-rounded team effort, with a .263 hitting percentage as a team. Their precise serving and solid blocking contributed to their success.

Hardin Simmons

In a thrilling matchup later in the day, the St. Thomas volleyball team continued their unbeaten streak by defeating Hardin-Simmons in straight sets with scores of 25-16, 25-20, and 25-22. With this victory, St. Thomas extended their record to a perfect 5-0 for the season, showcasing their dominance on the court.

Key Players:

• Laynee Beam (St. Thomas) delivered an outstanding performance with 10 kills, demonstrating her prowess as a key offensive player. She also contributed defensively with 5 digs and 2 blocks.

• Audrey Cataline (St. Thomas) played a pivotal role in securing the win, tallying an impressive 11 kills and 18 digs. Her versatile play on both ends of the court was crucial for St. Thomas.

• Kristin Kruger (St. Thomas) provided valuable support with 9 kills and 2 blocks, adding depth to the team's offensive capabilities.

• Mia Medina (St. Thomas) was the orchestrator of the team's offense, amassing 13 assists and contributing 4 digs.

Up next, Volleyball looks to continue its strong stretch against East Texas Baptist and Millsaps. Follow ustcelts.com for all scores and updates.