TEMECULA – The Temecula Valley High School girls volleyball team is making a significant run in the CIF Southern Section Division 1 State Tournament, securing back-to-back victories this week to advance to the next round. The Golden Bears have demonstrated their strength, continuing a successful season that has now seen them win 13 of their last 15 matches.
Entering the state tournament as the No. 2 seed, Temecula Valley hosted Orange Lutheran on Tuesday, Nov. 11, for the opening round. The Golden Bears came away with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over the Lancers in front of an energetic home crowd. The match was a tense battle, with the teams trading points and momentum throughout the evening. The final set scores were 25-23, 20-25, 25-17, 27-25, reflecting the competitive nature of the contest.
Savannah Sheridan was a key leader for Temecula Valley, delivering critical plays that helped propel the team to victory. The win improved the Golden Bears’ overall season record to 20-4. Defensively, Hyacinth Peregrino made a substantial impact, recording 22 digs and three assists. Her performance was a continuation of her recent consistent play, as she has now tallied 18 or more digs in her last three matches. The victory over Orange Lutheran was a repeat of a previous encounter between the two teams, where Temecula Valley also emerged as the winner. For the Lancers, the loss marked their second in a row and brought their season to a close with a 26-12 record.
Following their opening-round success, the Golden Bears prepared for a second-round matchup just two days later. On Thursday, Nov. 13, Temecula Valley faced the Centennial Golden Hawks from Bakersfield. Continuing their postseason momentum, the Golden Bears secured another 3-1 victory. The win marked their second consecutive triumph in the state playoffs and extended their winning streak. The set scores against Centennial were 25-17, 22-25, 25-19, 25-23.
The victory over Centennial improved Temecula Valley’s season record to 21-4, further solidifying their position as a top team in the tournament. The loss ended the season for Centennial, which finished with an impressive 31-12 record.
With these two victories, Temecula Valley has advanced deeper into the state playoffs. Their strong performance is a result of consistent effort from the entire roster, including key players like Anaya Francois and Alyssa Snider, who contribute significantly to the team’s offensive and defensive strategies. The team’s ability to win crucial points in close sets has been a defining characteristic of their playoff journey so far.
Looking ahead, Temecula Valley will continue its quest for a state title. The Golden Bears are scheduled to face Santa Margarita at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 15, in what is expected to be another challenging match.
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