(Week 9) Amanda Matsui

Female Volleyball Athlete of the Week
Amanda Matsui – UFV Cascades

Amanda Matsui had an outstanding weekend on behalf of the UFV women’s volleyball team, leading the Cascades to a weekend split against the Camosun Chargers in a clash of nationally ranked teams. The sophomore left side from Port Coquitlam was a dominant force on Friday, racking up 20 kills on 36 per cent efficiency along with 15 digs, but the Chargers were able to rally for a five-set win. On Saturday, the Cascades gained a measure of revenge in emphatic fashion, winning in three straight sets. Matsui posted a team-high nine kills and 11 digs as the CCAA No. 8-ranked Cascades improved to 9-5 in PACWEST play.