UC San Diego’s Cherfan Shines as Big West Offensive Player of the Week
UC San Diego's Anthony Cherfan earned the Big West Men's Volleyball Offensive Player of the Week, following an impressive performance against fifth-ranked Hawai'i. Cherfan's contributions led the Tritons to a 1-1 record, including a notable 3-0 victory in the second match, marking UC San Diego's first sweep over the Rainbow Warriors since 2012. As a junior opposite hitter, Cherfan achieved 29 kills and 35.5 points over seven sets, along with a .361 hitting percentage, three aces, seven digs, and seven blocks.
By the Numbers- Cherfan averaged 4.1 kills per set and 5.1 points per set
- UC San Diego earned the number four seed for the upcoming Big West Championship
- UC San Diego will face CSUN, the fifth seed, on April 18 at 7:30 p.m. Pacific in the Big West Championship
- The winner of the tournament secures an automatic berth in the NCAA Championship
Cherfan's outstanding performance has earned him recognition as the Big West Men's Volleyball Offensive Player of the Week, setting the stage for UC San Diego's upcoming participation in the Big West Championship, with the potential for securing a spot in the NCAA Championship.
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