Posted: Sep 08, 2021
A proud, winning tradition continues with RCSJ Gloucester women's volleyball as the Roadrunners open the Fall 2021 season Wednesday Sept. 8 -- and Head coach Rebecca Pierson's squad is in a solid position to perform well on a regional level once again.
Following a long layoff due to the pandemic in 2020, the Runners continued their winning ways last spring, turning in a solid 7-2 overall record. The Runners not only return a veteran roster, but one loaded with new talent.
Pierson, who will be assisted by coaches Danielle Honey and Kyle Honey, will welcome back standout veterans such as liberos Katie Burrichter and Summer Wroniuk along with setter Dominique Marcano. Meanwhile, a solid group of freshmen recruits are expected to contribute and help the team enjoy another winning season.
The Runners open the Fall 2021 season with a tough opponent in Raritan Valley Community College on the road Wednesday, Sept. 8 in a 7:00 pm start.
Season Preview
Coach: Rebecca Pierson, Sixth Season.
Assistant Coaches: Danielle Honey, Kyle Honey.
Spring 2021 Season: The Runners posted a 7-2 overall record. In Fall 2019, Roadrunners registered a 13-5 overall record while sharing the Garden State Athletic Conference crown. Runners advanced to the Region XIX District 1 championship vs. Raritan Valley.
Season Opener: September 8, 7:00 pm, at Raritan Valley Community College.
Key Returnees: Katie Burrichter, (OLMA), L; Dominique Marcano (GCIT), S; Summer Wroniuk (Williamstown), L; Devon Calhoun (Washington Twp.), OH; Sloane Genovese (Hammonton), MB; Heidi Wolf (Gloucester Catholic), RS/S.
Newcomers: Prospects include Mariella Farrell (Williamstown), OH; Mackenzie Michaels (Shawnee), S/DS; Vanessa Caserta (Washington Twp.), DS; Jennifer Okeke (Lagos, Nigeria), RS; Amanda Hrivnak (Kingsway), OH; Isabella Tallarico (St. Rose, Belmar), MB/RS; Katelyn Boysen (Mullica Hill, NJ), MB.
Coach Rebecca Pierson on Fall 2021 season: "We look forward to having another competitive season," said Pierson. "We have several outstanding veteran players along with some very talented newcomers. Once we have a few games playing together, we expect to have success."