Blue Mountain Christian’s Abbi Williams Named SSAC Defender of the Week

Montgomery, Alabama — Blue Mountain Christian junior libero Abbi Williams has been named the SSAC Defender of the Week, the conference announced Monday.

Williams, a native of Wetumpka, Alabama, anchored the Volley Toppers’ defense during the three-match tournament hosted by Carolina University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She totaled 67 digs in 11 sets, averaging 6.09 digs per set during the opening weekend.

Her defensive efforts helped the Volley Toppers finish with a 2-1 record at the Carolina Classic, with both wins coming in straight sets. Blue Mountain Christian head coach Sara Eason praised Williams’ performance, saying she was a “huge part of our success this weekend.”

“She was consistent, aggressive and gave us a steady presence defensively in every match,” Eason said. “Her ability to read the game and keep plays alive gave our offense opportunities to stay in rhythm. I’m proud to see her hard work recognized with this honor.”

This is the first weekly honor of the season for Williams and the Volley Toppers.

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