Feather River College Volleyball has achieved a standout academic accomplishment with 16 of its student-athletes named to the 2025 3CWVCA All-State All-Academic Team, the highest number of honorees of any volleyball program in California. This distinction underscores the program’s dedication to academic excellence alongside athletic competition.
The honored players include Peyton Estes, Chloe Albiez, MeleSiale Beaman, Elouiza Faris, Sarah Miller, Tiare Faupula, Teya Gibbs, Mia Rivera, Sage Valdez, Stella Eastman, Carol Manu, Kiera McLean, Janae Dunaway, Raegen Burrows, Madison Milanes, and Shelby Nussle. Feather River College Volleyball continues to prioritize developing student-athletes who excel in the classroom, on the court, and in their communities.
Known for winning the 2025 State Championship, the program maintains a strong tradition of success and has helped more than 110 players transfer on scholarship to four-year institutions under the leadership of Coach Ritchie. Feather River College Volleyball’s achievement reflects its commitment to cultivating champions in all aspects of the college experience.
CSB Take
Feather River College Volleyball’s record-setting number of All-State Academic honorees highlights the program’s balanced approach to fostering both academic and athletic success. This achievement enhances the program’s reputation as one of California’s premier community college volleyball teams and serves as a model for integrating scholastic dedication with competitive excellence. Such academic emphasis ensures student-athletes are well-prepared for future opportunities beyond junior college athletics.
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