West Liberty, W.Va. – West Liberty University senior Riley Cudnik has been named to the Mountain East Conference (MEC) volleyball All-MEC First Team. The middle blocker/outside hitter from Canal Fulton, Ohio, put together a stellar season, leading the conference in total blocks (129) and blocks per set (1.19). Cudnik also posted a .333 hitting percentage, ranking third in the MEC.

A key contributor to the Hilltoppers' success, Cudnik was second on the team in total points (283.5) and third in kills (208). She showcased her defensive prowess with three matches featuring 10 blocks each.

Three additional Hilltoppers earned All-MEC Honorable Mention:


 

• Bella Dart, a junior defensive specialist / libero from Avon, Ind., led the team in digs (294) and digs per set (3.38), ranking ninth and eighth in the MEC for these categories, respectively.

• Grace Hill, a junior middle blocker from East Liverpool, Ohio, was second on the team in blocks (75) and contributed 115 kills and 174 points.

• Kyia White, also from East Liverpool, Ohio, had an impressive freshman season, earning a spot on the All-Freshman Team. She led the team in kills (243), was second in digs (256), and third in points (272.5).

The Hilltoppers will begin their quest for the MEC tournament title on Thursday at 7:30 p.m., facing Concord at West Virginia State.