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Esser named AVCA third-team All-American

Esser named NJCAA Division II first-team All-American after record-setting freshman season

JCCC’s season ends in five-set battle against No. 3 Parkland

Cavaliers sweep Grand Rapids to stay alive in consolation bracket

No. 12 Pensacola State stuns No. 5 JCCC in five-set opening round thriller

The photo captures a dynamic moment during a volleyball match:

A player, Ava Esser, in a yellow jersey, number 12, is airborne, executing a spike over the net.
Two opposing players in black jerseys with orange sleeves, representing Cowley, are attempting to block the spike.

One blocker wears jersey number 19, and another visible player wears number 5.

The image conveys a sense of intensity and athleticism, highlighting the competitive nature of the game.

Esser named AVCA third-team All-American December 13, 2025 – The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) recently announced its 45-member 2025 All-America team for Two-Year College women’s volleyball, as chosen by Two-Year College Coaches Volleyball All-American Volleyball Committee, and Johnson County sophomore outside/right side hitter Ava Esser was selected to the third-team.

The photo captures an intense moment during a volleyball match:

A player wearing a gray jersey with the number 12 is airborne, attempting to spike the ball over the net.
On the opposing side, three players in blue jerseys are jumping together to block the shot.
The setting is a gymnasium, with empty bleachers in the background.
Banners on the wall display the years 2015 and 2021, likely marking championship or milestone seasons.

Esser named NJCAA Division II first-team All-American after record-setting freshman season December 9, 2025 Johnson County Community College outside/right-side hitter Ava Esser capped a phenomenal freshman campaign by earning NJCAA Division II first-team All-America honors.

JCCC’s season ends in five-set battle against No. 3 Parkland November 21, 2025 The No. 5-seeded Johnson County Community College volleyball team saw its 2025 campaign come to a close Friday, falling 3–2 to No. 3 Parkland College in the consolation bracket of the NJCAA Division II Tournament.

Cavaliers sweep Grand Rapids to stay alive in consolation bracket November 20, 2025 The No. 5-seeded Johnson County Community College volleyball team bounced back from its first-round loss to No. 12 seed Pensacola State by sweeping Grand Rapids Community College 3-0 in consolation play.

The photo captures an intense volleyball match during what appears to be a championship event, as indicated by the NJCAA Championship banner in the background. The setting is an indoor sports arena with a hardwood court and a net dividing the two teams.
In the foreground:

A player in a light blue jersey with the number 4 is airborne, executing a powerful spike toward the opposing side.
Two players in green jerseys, numbered 16 and 3, are positioned at the net with arms extended high, attempting to block the spike.
Another player in a light blue jersey is crouched and ready for action, likely preparing for a defensive move.

In the background:

Additional players from both teams are visible, standing in ready positions.
Spectators and officials can be seen near the court and in the stands, adding to the competitive atmosphere.

Notable details:

The net has branding for BEAR and NJCAA, reinforcing the official nature of the event.
The players are wearing knee pads and athletic shoes, typical for volleyball competition.
The lighting is bright and evenly distributed, highlighting the action on the court.

No. 12 Pensacola State stuns No. 5 JCCC in five-set opening round thriller November 20, 2025 The biggest upset of the opening day at the NJCAA Division II Volleyball Championship came when No. 12 seed Pensacola State College rallied to defeat No. 5-seed Johnson County Community College in five sets (25-22, 20-25, 19-25, 25-17, 15-12).

Awards & Recognition

2 National Championships

4 Runner-up National Finishes

14 Top 5 National Finishes

22 NJCAA Tournament Appearances

22 Regional Titles

1st(2005, 2020-21) Best Finish

25 Conference Titles

35 NJCAA All-American Athletes

11 AVCA All-American Athletes

25 NJCAA All-Tournament Selections

2 NJCAA Tournament MVPs

152 Region/District Selections

182 Kansas Jayhawk Conference Selections

7 Kansas Jayhawk MVPs

1 Kansas Jayhawk Freshmen of the Year

95 NJCAA Academic Award Winners

3 CSC Academic All-Americans�

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