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Whataburger Team of the Week: Memorial VB claims undefeated district title ahead of ensuing playoffs
The victory capped a dominant regular season that’s seen the Mustangs blend balance, composure, and energy at every turn — all hallmarks of a team built for the postseason.
Under head coach Kaddie Platt, Memorial has thrived behind one of the area’s most complete lineups.
Junior Mary Margaret Schwieder has been a driving force on both ends, leading the team in kills (237) and serve receptions (604) while contributing nearly 400 digs. Fellow junior Tesa Solis has complemented her on the attack, approaching the 200-kill mark as another key piece in the Mustangs’ offense.
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Setting the tone for that offensive rhythm has been senior Ella Ross, who’s tallied more than 450 assists while giving her hitters opportunities to capitalize in transition. On the defensive end, senior libero Kassia Tan has been the anchor, registering 483 digs and consistently stabilizing the back row.
Perhaps the biggest X-factor, though, has been sophomore Taylor Harting, whose versatility has made her indispensable. Moving fluidly between setter and right-side hitter, Harting has filled multiple roles with poise — racking up 388 assists, 229 digs, and 157 kills in the process.
Collectively, Memorial has found its stride at the perfect time.
With a district crown in hand and a confident rotation clicking on both sides of the net, the Mustangs now turn their focus toward a playoff run that promises to be as competitive as any in Class 6A — and they look every bit the part of a team ready to make noise when it matters most
Memorial's Taylor Odum, Brooke Duncan, Lauren Elie, Lyla Traylor and Logan LeRoux
Memorial Mustangs: Culture Change Under Coach Platt
"The culture coach Platt brought was one of working together to reach out goals," Lyla Traylor said. "We learned a lot and we are excited about next season and chasing a district title."
Logan LeRoux was named the District Outstanding Setter, while Brooke Duncan, Taylor Odum, Lyla Traylor and Lauren Elie were first-teamers. Kingsley Wallace was a second-teamer.
The future is bright for the 'Stangs as LeRoux, Odum, Traylor, Elie and Wallace all return next season.
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