The Calhoun High School boys volleyball team captured their first Nassau County championship April 27, sweeping Bethpage High School in a three-game set.
The championship matches were played at Brookside School, where the Colts prevailed 25-14, 25-20 and 25-16.
Senior Owen Rose, who is slated to play volleyball at Penn State in the fall, led the team with 27 kills. Pat Sanchez had 31 assists and 12 kills while Matt Kalfas made 10 kills. Rob Baguio led the back row with 10 digs, and Chris Zaveckas posted five blocks.
“The kids worked extra hard this year and gave it their all. They worked well as a team and were determined to bring home a county championship,” explained coach Ryan Pastuch, who is also a special education teacher. “We did have a few players that had to quarantine during the season, but we overcame the challenge and other players really stepped up to help us succeed.”