William Smith volleyball went 2-0 over the weekend, improving to 15-4 overall and 6-1 in Liberty League play. First-year outside hitter Cassidy Breuer earned her fourth Liberty League Rookie of the Week award after a standout weekend, while junior middle blocker Arielle Newsome made the weekly honor roll.

By the Numbers
  • Breuer totaled 27 kills, 22 digs, four aces and three blocks across two matches.
  • Newsome recorded 16 kills while hitting .448, along with nine digs and six blocks.
  • William Smith beat Skidmore 3-1 and swept St. Lawrence.
Yes, But

The Herons are in strong conference form, but their next test is against a ranked opponent: No. 12 Calvin.

State of Play
  • Breuer leads the Liberty League in kills per set (3.69) and points per set (4.20).
  • Newsome ranks second in the conference in hitting percentage (.345) and fourth in blocks per set (0.92).
What's Next

William Smith travels to Cleveland on Saturday, Oct. 31, for a tri-match, opening against host Case Western at 11 a.m. before facing No. 12 Calvin at 1 p.m.

Bottom Line

Breuer’s consistent production and Newsome’s efficient play are powering a surging Herons team as it heads into a challenging nonconference test.