Taft College Cougars Secure Victory Over Coalinga College in CVC Women's Volleyball Match
In a compelling CVC women's volleyball showdown on November 7, 2025, the Taft College Cougars clinched an impressive 3-1 win against the Coalinga College Lady Falcons in Coalinga. The victory improved the Cougars' sterling record to 26-2 for the season.
The match started strong for the Cougars, who took the first set 25-17, demonstrating their prowess early in the match. However, the Lady Falcons countered in the second set, edging out Taft College with a 27-25 win, showcasing the competitive spirit of the match. The Cougars rebounded in the third set, pulling ahead with a 25-21 victory, and decisively dominated the fourth set with a 25-9 win, sealing their overall match victory.
Leading the charge for Taft College was Havi Valdez with 13 kills and 3 blocks, closely followed by Jazzahlei Satele who contributed 10 kills and 16 digs, adding versatility to her game. Ku'ulei Manaois also stood out with 8 kills and 3 blocks. Shyanne Yamada delivered a match-high 19 digs, solidifying the defensive efforts for the Cougars. Additionally, Amber Makainai orchestrated the offensive plays effectively, registering 31 assists.
With a continued impressive season, the Taft College Cougars are setting sights on their next game scheduled for November 12, 2025, against Lemoore College in Lemoore. The team is well-prepared to maintain their strong performance as they advance in the season.
