VYPE Bridge City ISD September 2022

WHAT WILL COACH SAVANAH DELUNA AND THE LADY CARDINALS DO FOR AN ENCORE? In DeLuna’s first year, she led Bridge City to 39-6 overall record and flew through district going 12-0, making it back-to-back district titles. “I think what the girls found out early about me is that I like to follow the rules,” DeLuna said. “I’m strict and I expect what I expect, but also, I like to have fun. It ’s about finding that balance as a team. It ’s always hard for everyone coming together that first season and setting the tone for the program moving forward. The girls got the hang of it and the new girls are learning the ropes.” The Cards went three rounds deep in the postseason before bowing out to Huffman. So, what are the expectations this season? Is a three-peat in order? “It would be silly of me to go into the season not pushing for a district three-peat,” the second-year head coach said. “We said goodbye to some great players last year, but we have some great upperclassmen who are leading our young talent. Ultimately, we want to go deep in the Regional Tournament.” The straw who stirs the drink is four-year letterman and six-rotation player Taryn Doiron. The senior setter is the catalyst and the undisputed team leader. Defensively, the

Cardinals will look to senior Makenna Carey, junior Ashley Hale and junior Lexi Nugier to be big assets on their defense. Carey will serve as the Bridge City Libero for this year. I’m strict and I expect what I expect, but also, I like to have fun. It’s about finding that balance as a team. “ ” “We are an all-around team,” DeLuna said. “We have a great front and back row – a very vocal setter and a 6-foot-1 middle in Demi Carter, who is a force. Our offense is a strength along with our chemistry. Everyone is very encouraging. We are blessed.” Also, don’t forget about Anna Kelly, Nicole Sasser, Chloé Doyle, Makenna Knight or Cambree LaComb as key contributors for the 2022 season.

Cambree LaComb

Nicole Sasser

Coach Savanah DeLuna

Chloé Doyle

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