Abubakari, Maas and Petesch named All League

BONNERS FERRY — Badger volleyball players Asha Abubakari, Lexis Maas and Sierra Petesch have earned All-League honors for the 2021 season.

Abubakari, a sophomore, was selected for the second year in a row for the IML all-league team. On the team she had the second highest serving percentage, had 109 digs, and led the team in 35 aces, 148 kills, 13 blocks.

Coach Cynthia Cummings said “She [Abubakari] consistently put forth 100% effort and will be a leader on the varsity team in years to come.”

This was Maas first year selected for the IML all-league team. As an outside hitter she had 32 aces, 94 kills, 8 blocks and led the team in digs with 158. Maas, a senior, was also co-captain of the varsity team this year.

“Lexie [Maas] brought a positive attitude, great work ethic and leadership to the team,” Cumming said.

Petesch, a senior, was selected to the IML all-league team for a second time. She was voted team captain this year and played middle hitter. She had 154 kills, 20 blocks and led the team in hitting percentage.

“Sierra [Petesch] was a true leader on the team, always positive, hard working and encouraging to her teammates,” Cummings said.