Women’s Volleyball Team Closes Out Season on Away Trip, Loses Matches Against Pensacola State College & Gulf Coast State College
The Women’s Volleyball team closed out the season with a pair of away losses.
On Friday, October 23, PHSC took on 13th-ranked NJCAA opponent Pensacola State College (19-14). The Bobcats were unable to hold off the Pirates, losing 3-1 in the match. PHSC took just a single set in the contest, winning 25-21 to tie the score 1-1. In two of the four sets, the Bobcats trailed by five or fewer points.
On Saturday, October 24, the Bobcats faced Gulf Coast State College (21-7). The red-hot Commodores, who are fourth in the nation, shut down PHSC’s offense with a 3-0 victory.
The Bobcats had several standout players this season. Sophomore middle hitter Avery O’Cull led the Sun-Lakes Conference with a .350 hitting percentage. Furthermore, Emma Cornelius was the Bobcats’ leader in digs with 361, launching the libero to the top ten for all FCSAA DII players. Freshman outside hitter Barbara Luckert notched 219 kills, the most of any PHSC player this season.
Pasco-Hernando State College finishes the season with a 9-21 overall record and a 4-18 record in conference play.
Zachary Townsend Named FCSAA Men’s Cross Country Runner of the Week
PHSC Athletics would like to recognize Zachary Townsend for being named as the FSCAA Men’s Cross Country Runner of the Week!
Townsend led the Bobcats at the Florida Gateway College (FGC) Invitational on October 16. The sophomore completed the 8K course with a time of 26:12.
This marks Townsend’s second FCSAA accolade of the season, and third overall in his collegiate career with PHSC.
Women’s Softball Team Volunteers at Wing Wednesday Event
On Wednesday, October 21, the Women’s Softball team served delicious wings and sides to faculty, staff, and students during the Wing Wednesday event on the West Campus.
Thank you to those who attended the event and allowed us to serve our fellow Bobcats!
Annual Cross Country 5K Run & 1K Walk Information
PHSC invites you to participate in our annual Cross Country 5K Run and Chip Waller's 1 Mile Run/Walk on Sunday, November 1 at 8 a.m. EST! The race will take place on the PHSC West Campus (10230 Ridge Road, New Port Richey, 34654). Enjoy a flat, fast course perfect for runners of all levels. The event is hosted by the PHSC Men’s and Women’s Cross Country teams and features:
- 5K Run with overall male/female and age group awards
- 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk on the scenic Wellness Trail - dedicated to Chip Waller for his unwavering support to PHSC and the Cross Country program for the last 22 years
- Free race shirt for all participants (shirt size guaranteed if registered by October 18)
- Post-race refreshments
- Discounted entry fees for students and children
Whether you're running for time, fun, or fitness, this event is a great way to support PHSC Athletics and stay active!