Santa Barbara girls volleyball got help from up and down the roster in a sweep of Rio Mesa on Thursday to open up league play.
The Dons won with set scores of 25-12, 25-18, 25-10.
“Strong serving led the way with every member of our team contributing,” Dons coach Kristen Hempy said. “Our bench’s energy was especially motivating tonight.”
Emmy Werner and Serena Byrd led the team in kills with nine and seven, respectively. Werner also added in 10 digs and six aces. Keenan Engebreston had five kills as well.
Stella Borgioli and Gwen Chenoweth dished the ball out with 12 and 14 assists, respectively. Tessa de Alerbergaria tallied nine digs while Augustine Wooten picked up six of her own.
Santa Barbara (4-3, 1-0 Channel League) will continue league play on the road against Oxnard on Tuesday.
