McDonell volleyball aims for another championship under coach Kat Hanson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 9:17 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
BaseballThe Chippewa Falls McDonell volleyball team, led by coach Kat Hanson, is preparing for a promising season as they begin the quest for a fourth state title. Last season, McDonell finished with an impressive 43-3 record, capturing both regional and conference championships before a loss in the sectional semifinals. The team retains a strong core of returning players, including all-state seniors Anne and Erin Siegenthaler. This summer, the team saw high participation, and they recently won the Altoona Preseason Tournament, signaling their readiness for the upcoming challenges. The Macks are focused on maintaining a positive attitude and high effort in practice, essential for a deep playoff run.
- •McDonell finished last season with a 43-3 record.
- •The team won regional and conference championships.
- •Coach Kat Hanson enters her 16th year leading the team.
- •Seniors Anne and Erin Siegenthaler earned all-state honors last season.
- •The Macks won the Altoona Preseason Tournament.
- 9:17 AMYahoo Sports — Experienced McDonell volleyball team ready to make playoff run
"CHIPPEWA FALLS — Western Wisconsin is blessed with tremendous girls volleyball teams and coaches. In the Chippewa Valley, the winning standard is set by Chippewa Falls McDonell and coach Kat Hanson. Hanson has led three state championship McDonell teams, with the first coming in 2009 and back-to-back wins in 2021 and 2022. Hanson also led two other McDonell state appearances. Entering her 16th ...
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