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The Big 3 (8.31.22): Romriell, Animashaun, Richardson shine from Tuesday's volleyball action
HOUSTON - Another edition of the Big 3 is here!
This has become a Wednesday staple following a solid slate of volleyball matches on Tuesday nights across the Houston-area. It was another big night with some career milestones being hit.
Those deserve their own shoutout.
- Langham Creek's Leah Rios reached her 1,000th assists of her career. She now sits at 1,012.
- Tomball's Lindy Godwin reached her 1,000th assists of her career on her birthday.
- Bridgeland's Lauren McIntyre reached her 1,000th assist of her career.
- Conroe's Emma Malak reached her 1,000th dig of her career on Tuesday with 15 digs
Now, here is your Big 3 from Tuesday night's action.
Coaches please DM us your players of the match following your Tuesday games for the Wednesday Big 3. You can also email nominees to joshua.koch@vypemedia.comAshley Richardson - Clear Springs
Ashley Richardson had a big night for Clear Springs as they defeated Deer Park 3-2 in a thriller. Richardson finished with 24 assists and 13 kills for the Chargers.
Reese Animashaun - St. John's
St. John's pulled off a huge program win on Tuesday night, defeating Foster. That is an SPC program punching up to Class 5A and taking down a program in a sweep. A big key to that victory was the play of Reese Animashaun, who recorded a triple double. Animashaun finished with 11 kills, 12 digs and 23 assists in the win. An incredible performance.
Simone Romriell - Seven Lakes
Seven Lakes took care of business against Katy Taylor on Tuesday night in straight-set fashion. A big piece to that victory was the play of Simone Romriell at setter. She finished with 27 assists for the match, which averages out to nearly 10 assists per set.
Honorable Mentions
Mackenzie Strban, Alvin (17 kills, 15 digs, .333, 47.2%)
Abby Fuller, Clear Springs (25 digs)
Lindy Godwin, Tomball
Lauren McIntyre, Bridgeland (24 assists)
Maggie Ellender, Klein Oak (32 assists, 13 digs, 4 kill)
Skylar Skrabanek, Katy Tompkins (14 kills, 10 digs)
Emma Malak, Conroe (15 digs, 1 ace)
Ariana Goode, Klein Collins (9 kills, 8 blocks, 5 digs)
Madi Hobbs, Second Baptist School (17 kills, 3 aces)
Seven Lakes' Ally Batenhorst named UA All-American Presented by Athlete Training + Health
In the illustrious career of Ally Batenhorst it was the natural next step - be named to the Under Armour All-American Team.
Earlier this week, Batenhorst was presented the black and gold jersey as a part of a ceremony at Seven Lakes High School. Batenhorst was one of 11 athletes pre-selected for the team. The rest of the 24-player roster will be announced on November 11.
"When she walked into the gym and saw the balloons, her friends and family, she was just surprised," said Amy Cataline, Head Volleyball Coach at SLHS in a Katy ISD news release. "She is a very humble student who has an awesome talent and it's a big deal to be an All American player."