Rusk Lady Eagles earn All-District honors in volleyball play

by Michelle Dillon michelle@thecherokeean.com

The Lady Eagles volleyball team concluded their season as Bi-District champions with an 18-15 season record.

Many of the varsity team members received 19-4A accolades for their efforts throughout the season.

Jamyah Anderson received the honor of being named Offensive Most Valuable Player. Kaycee Johnson was awarded MVP Blocker.

Team members named to the 19-4A 1st Team All District were Grace Young, Haley Hancock Emi Etheridge. Kailee Millsap earned Second Team All District. Players awarded Honorable Mention were Jaylei Wick and Faith Long.

The Academic All District distinction went to Lexie Stanley, Grace Young, Faith Long, Haley Hancock, Jaylei Wick, Kendal Gates, Kailee Millsap, Jamyah Anderson, Kara Wofford, Carson Trawick, Makenna Burkhalter and Emi Etheridge.

Head coach for team is Billie Walley. Assistant coaches are Deana Hancock and Brenda Lindsey.