After a historic regular season, The FMCC Women's Volleyball team traveled to the Alliant Energy Powerhouse Arena in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to compete for the NJCAA DIII National Championship.
In their first match of the tournament, the #7 Lady Raiders would take on #10 Dallas North Lake out of Irving, Texas.
FMCC vs. Dallas North Lake, 3-0 Loss; 25-10, 25-8, 25-13
Grace O'Brien led the attack with 8 kills before unfortunately going down with a knee injury. Jayden DeVellis led with 10 digs and Amber Cole collected 18 assists.
FMCC vs. Bunker Hill, 3-2 Loss; 25-18, 23-25, 25-18, 22-25 & 7-15.
The Lady Raiders were able to bounce back in the consolation bracket the next day to take on #15 Bunker Hill.
FM was able to take the first and third sets behind strong offense from Allie Salvione and Haley Tomlinson. In the final two sets, Bunker Hill's offensive attack was too much for the Lady Raiders.
Salvione tallied 17 kills and 11 digs, Tomlinson added 18 kills and 21 digs and Emma Harbeck had 11 kills. Amber Cole was credited with 49 assists.
"The team is very proud of having made the national tournament for the 3rd consecutive season. It is an incredible accomplishment that we had four returning sophomores that were able to experience the tournament twice. It is a true testament to all the hard work and dedication that the entire team put forth all season long. We couldn't be prouder for everything this team has accomplished this season. We had an amazing fan base supporting us in Iowa and cheering us on from home," said Olyer.
The Lady Raiders finish their season with a 21-3 record and a Region 3 Title for the third straight year.