Cougars Women's Volleyball Triumphs Over Cerro Coso in Thrilling Non-Conference Clash
In a tense non-conference volleyball contest held on September 17, 2025, the Taft College Cougars secured a narrow victory over the Cerro Coso College Lady Coyotes in Ridgecrest, CA. The match, highlighted by a fierce battle across five sets, concluded with a 3-2 win for the Cougars.
The opening set saw Taft College dominate with a clear 25-11 win, setting an aggressive tone for the match. However, the next two sets turned in favor of Cerro Coso, as they rallied to win 25-23 and 25-20, temporarily taking a lead in the match. The fourth set saw a dramatic turnaround by Taft, overpowering Cerro Coso with a decisive 25-10 win. This comeback was sealed in the final set, where Taft clinched the match with a commanding 15-5 victory.
Key performances by Taft players were instrumental in their win. Jazzahlei Satele led with a remarkable 20 kills, followed by Vienna Perier with 12 kills and Havi Valdez adding 10. Defensively, Shylah Pulu-Valdez put up an impressive 8 blocks. The game also saw vital contributions from players in digs and aces, underscoring a well-rounded team effort.
With this victory, the Taft College Cougars improve their season record to 11-2. Looking ahead, they are set to face San Bernardino Valley College on September 24, 2025, at Victor Valley, aiming to continue their winning momentum in this competitive season.
