Taft College Cougars Sweep Shasta in Consumnes River Triangular Volleyball Event
The Taft College Cougars clinched a decisive victory against the Shasta College Lady Knights in the Consumnes River Triangular volleyball event on September 3, 2025, in Sacramento, CA. The Cougars showcased a dominant performance, sweeping the Lady Knights with a final score of 3-0, elevating their season record to 7-1.
The match opened with a nail-biting first set, where Taft narrowly secured the win with a score of 26-24. A strong second set followed suit, with the Cougars edging out Shasta 25-22. In the third and final set, Taft took control early and maintained their lead, winning 25-17 to seal the match victory.
Jazzahlei Satele led the offensive efforts with 11 kills, supported closely by Ku'ulei Manaois and Havi Valdez, each contributing 9 kills, with Valdez also adding a crucial block. Defensively, the Cougars were strong on the floor with Shyanne Yamada amassing the highest digs at 16, alongside significant contributions from Vienna Perier and Jazzahlei Satele, who tallied 14 and 11 digs, respectively. The duo of Amber Makainai and Vienna Perier orchestrated the plays, with Perier delivering a high of 26 assists. Shyanne Yamada also stood out with 4 aces, adding pressure to the Lady Knights throughout the match.
This victory not only highlights the Cougars' strength and coordination on the court but also sets a high standard for their forthcoming fixtures in the college volleyball season.
