On Jan. 8, the Cypress girls volleyball team celebrated their winning season at a banquet held at Old Ranch Country Club. Cypress took Empire League honors and made it to the second round of CIF play. Special honorees at the banquet included Empire League first team members Amanda Von Gries, Kaycee Perez, Kayley Stephens and second team honorees Katie Ashman and Erica Cantley.
Other awards included Kaycee Perez being selected as the best all-around player; Katie Ashman honored as best attacker; Angela Gjonovich, for best server, and Amanda Lai for being the most improved Cypress player.
Amanda Von Gries was awarded the Best Defensive Player honor, an award she has received for the fourth straight year. Kayley Stephens was awarded the Coach’s Award for most inspirational team member. Amanda Von Gries topped out her night by being named Empire League MVP. The program is looking forward to a great 2015 season. Girls who are interested in trying out for the team should keep their eyes open for local announcements regarding summer camp and tryouts, which are normally held in July.