Another division title for No. 4 Women's Volleyball
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | T | |
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Humber | 25 | 25 | 25 | 3 |
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Sheridan | 19 | 11 | 20 | 0 |
By: Thiago Neuenschwander
Humber Athletics Communications
OAKVILLE - Sixteen wins, zero losses, 48 sets won, and only four dropped. A memorable campaign that could only lead to the 17th division title under Coach Wilkins' tenure. The No. 4-ranked women's volleyball team in the country secured the top spot in the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA) Western Division with a sweep against the Sheridan Bruins on Wednesday night (Jan. 22) in Oakville, claiming a stellar 3-0 victory (XXX). As a result, the Hawks have locked in home-court advantage for the postseason and will now play out the remaining schedule against Fanshawe and Mohawk in the last two rounds.
Entering the match with a 1-13 record, Sheridan had little hope of toppling the Western powerhouse. In just over an hour and ten minutes, Humber imposed its game and stifled all attempts by the home team. In the first set, the Bruins tried to keep the game balanced, but it didn't take long for the Hawks to find the openings they needed to dominate. In an inspired performance by Amy Connelly (10K, 3SA, and 3B) and Caroline Klich (5K, 2SA, and 3B), Humber's offense did enough to overcome the hosts 25-19.
The second set was a complete blowout. With no resistance offered, the Bruins struggled to find answers to the Hawks' varied plays at the net and wings. Within minutes, Humber delivered a commanding 25-11 victory to go up 2-0. With the team more relaxed, Sheridan managed to keep the third set more competitive but faltered in key moments. Alongside Connelly and Klich, Lexie Zicari (4K and 4SA) played a pivotal role in the game plan. Despite the home team's efforts, Humber closed the set 25-20, securing a 3-0 win and clinching the division championship.
Humber Highlights
- Humber improves to 61-3 all-time against Sheridan.
- The clinched the West Division title for the 21st time since 1996.
- Humber extended its OCAA win streak to 43 matches, dating back to Feb. 11, 2023.
- The Hawks lead the league in hit percentage (.291) and rank second in kills with 618.
- Amanda Larsen (.411) tops the league in hit percentage.
- Setter Kennedy Williscroft leads the OCAA in assists per set, with 8.46.
- Chris Wilkins boasts a 450-62 record as Humber's head coach.
What's Next?
On January 25, the division champions will travel to London to face the Fanshawe Falcons (8-7, 5th West) at the Glenn Johnston Athletic Centre for the final road match of the season. The first serve is scheduled for 5:30 PM and will be streamed live on OCAA Live on YouTube.
