KEWANEE WEATHER

Annawan wins LTC varsity volleyball title


By Jami Townsend    October 19, 2023
Members of the Annawan volleyball team are: front row, from left, Elise Manuel, Brynn Harker, Clara Bella VanOpdorp, Karsyn Rico. Back row, Tyra Jones, Hannah Heitzler, Kaylee Celus, Elaina Manuel, Olivia Goodley.

The Annawan Bravettes defeated Abingdon-Avon Wednesday night 25-12, 25-16 in Lincoln Trail Conference action. 

With the win, the Bravettes claimed sole possession of the LTC crown with a record of 10-1 in conference play and 25-6 on the season. This is Annawan’s first LTC volleyball title since 2002. 

The team is coached by Gina Peterson and Tammy Celus. 

The Annawan frosh/soph team won in three sets, 25-17, 19-25, 15-10. They end their season at 9-16 overall and 6-5 in LTC play.

Annawan senior standout Kaylee Celus recorded her 1,000th career kill during Wednesday night’s volleyball match against Abingdon-Avon. The 6-foot outside hitter is the daughter of Jason and Tammy Celus.