By Remy Cush
Week 4 (9/6) update
This week has been one of many successes for the Ponte Vedra High School girls volleyball
team. First off, the girls swept the Nike Tournament of Champions in Orlando this past Sept. 3
and Sept. 4, with an overall score of 7-0. This triumphant weekend did not only contribute
towards continuing this seasons winning streak, but pushed the PVHS girls volleyball team to be
ranked number one in the country, for girls high school volleyball. Previously ranked number
four, the team is ecstatic to hear the news. Senior, Kendall Mignerey comments, “It is very
rewarding to see our hard work pay off. It’s surreal, and when we went to the tournament, I
didn’t know how we would compare to the other teams, but the outcome was kind of
shocking.”
Following the victorious weekend, the girls traveled over to Middleburg High School Sept. 7,
with a final score of 3-0. In addition to the successful game against MHS, junior, Zeta
Washington was recognized as athlete of the week for PVHS athletics. With a reported 73 kills
and 18 blocks for this season, Washington has continued to display the qualities of a star
athlete, and has been a well sought-after recruit for 2023 girls volleyball, both in school and
club season. Not only this, but the winning streak for the entirety of the PVHS girls volleyball
team has shown strong signs working towards the road to another State Championship win for
this season.
Week 3 (8/31) update
Another successful game for the Ponte Vedra High School girls volleyball team this week
against Bartram Trail High School. Defeating the Bears 3-0, junior, Jessica Shattles led with a
total of 37 assists, as seniors Kendall Mignerey and Rachel Johnson continued their lead in kills,
with a combined total of 29 this game. The Sharks were fast to break Bartram’s winning streak, with
final set scores of 25-13, 25-17, and 25-18.
The girls shared their excitement on many of the game’s highlights, including a kick save by
senior libero Ava Witt, as well as a free-ball kill from the 30-foot line by Mignerey. Junior Zeta
Washington went in depth on the team’s mindset going into the game, “We knew going
into the game that it was going to be tough. Bartram always has a solid lineup, so we had to
make sure we were our best selves and play our hardest.” Washington concluded by
emphasizing the importance of having a consistent level of energy and fun, which both contribute to
reducing errors and creating a cohesive flow within the team.
The team has a tournament Sept. 3- Sept. 5 in Orlando, and continues regular season matches
Sept. 7 against Middleburg High School, and Sept. 9 against Nease High School.
Week 2 (8/24) update
Another successful game for the Ponte Vedra High School girls volleyball team this week
against Bartram Trail High School. Defeating the Bears 3-0, junior, Jessica Shattles led with a
total of 37 assists, as seniors Kendall Mignerey and Rachel Johnson continued their lead in kills,
with a combined total of 29 this game. The Sharks were fast to break Bartram’s winning streak, with
final set scores of 25-13, 25-17, and 25-18.
The girls shared their excitement on many of the game’s highlights, including a kick save by
senior libero Ava Witt, as well as a free-ball kill from the 30-foot line by Mignerey. Junior Zeta
Washington went in depth on the team’s mindset going into the game, “We knew going
into the game that it was going to be tough. Bartram always has a solid lineup, so we had to
make sure we were our best selves and play our hardest.” Washington concluded by
emphasizing the importance of having a consistent level of energy and fun, which both contribute to
reducing errors and creating a cohesive flow within the team.
The team has a tournament this weekend in Orlando, and continues regular season matches
next Tuesday against Middleburg High School, and Thursday against Nease High School.
Week 1
The Ponte Vedra High School girls volleyball team stole their first win 3-0 against Episcopal girls volleyball last Tuesday. Starting the season out right, the Sharks volleyball team now begins this fall season with a 1-0 record. With the set scores being 25-10, 25-6, and 25-21, senior, Rachel Johnson took the lead with a total of 17 kills, and both senior, Kendall Mignerey and junior, Zeta Washington came in second with seven kills each. Senior, Ava Witt lead with 15 digs, as well as three aces to wrap up Tuesdays success.
Kendall Mignerey committed early last year to D1 Florida Atlantic University for beach volleyball, and Rachel Johnson recently announced her commitment to the D1 College of Holy Cross for indoor. Johnson shared her excitement for playing at Holy Cross, furthermore stating, “We are definitely aiming for the third consecutive state championship win. I believe that it is an achievable goal with all the talent and chemistry on this team. I love these girls and look forward to the rest of the season.”
The girls will have their next match against Bartram Trail High School this Tuesday, and will hopefully continue their winning streak for the season, adding to their two year consecutive state championship victories.
