Undefeated Volleyball Up in Rankings; Randorf Named Player of the Week

Undefeated Volleyball Up in Rankings; Randorf Named Player of the Week

By: Kristy Booher Angelo, Associate Athletic Director
For More Info: booherk@gilmour.org 

The Gilmour Academy varsity volleyball team is on a hot streak, advancing to 5-0 on the season with a recent win against state-ranked Huron. Even more impressive is that the Lancers haven't lost a single set (15-0). Other opponents who have been on the losing end thus far include Villa Angela-St. Joseph, Willoughby South, Laurel and state-ranked Magnificat.

The Lancers' prowess on the court is moving them up the ranks of several local, state and national polls as well. The MaxPreps National Poll was released on September 9 and lists Gilmour at No. 37. This list is a compilation of teams across the nation in all divisions. In the MaxPreps Ohio State Poll, the Lancers sit at No. 4, while in the MaxPreps Ohio Division II Poll, Gilmour is in the top spot. The Lancers also hold the No. 1 spot in the News-Herald Top of the Crop.

Not only is the News-Herald taking note of Gilmour's strength as a team, it recently recognized Kathryn Randorf '22 as a Player of the Week. The honor comes after her outstanding efforts in the wins against Magnificat, Laurel and Huron, which included totals of 39 kills, 19 blocks, 11 service points and five aces.

"Kathryn had an extremely efficient week," said Lancer head coach Danny Coughlin. "She was consistent in all three matches. She brings great poise and calm demeanor to her position and really commands the front row. She is very difficult to play against given her ability to elevate, read the game and exhibit quick movements pin-to-pin."

"She is the exclamation point on our offense. We are very powerful all over the net, but she gives it the extra boost with her ability to finish a ball," said Coughlin.

Check out some action photos of Randorf and the rest of the Lancers in a few of the victories so far this season in our Athletics Online Photo Gallery.

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