Stanford Cardinal Women's Volleyball Team Wins NCAA Championship
Cardinal Capture 11th Title
The Stanford Cardinal women's volleyball team won the NCAA Championship on Saturday, December 17, 2022, after beating the Texas Longhorns 3-1 in the final. The match was played at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Cameron Brink's Stellar Performance
The Cardinal were led by redshirt junior middle blocker Cameron Brink, who was named the Most Outstanding Player of the Tournament. She had 21 kills, 10 blocks, and three aces in the victory.
Brink was a force all tournament long, averaging 2.9 blocks per set.
She also had several key blocks in the final set to help the Cardinal close out the match.
Kathryn Plummer's Big Night
Senior outside hitter Kathryn Plummer also had a big night, recording 20 kills and 10 digs. She hit .355 for the match and was a key part of the Cardinal's offense all night long.
Stanford's Dominant Season
The Cardinal finished the season with a 36-1 record, including a perfect 18-0 mark in Pac-12 play. They won their 11th NCAA Championship in program history, and their first since 2019.
Texas' Strong Effort
The Longhorns gave the Cardinal a tough fight in the final, but in the end, the Cardinal experience and depth of talent proved to be too much.
Logan Eggleston's Strong Play
Texas was led by junior outside hitter Logan Eggleston, who had 18 kills. She was a bright spot for the Longhorns in the loss.
Conclusion
The Stanford Cardinal are the 2022 NCAA women's volleyball champions. They are back on top of the college volleyball world after a two year hiatus. The Cardinal's victory is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and talent. The future is bright for Stanford women's volleyball.
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