Pleasant Valley’s Mazie Sweers wins Spotlight Athlete of the Week

RIVERDALE, Iowa (KWQC) - Pleasant Valley’s senior outside hitter and setter Mazie Sweers is the Spotlight Athlete of the Week.

Sweers is currently tied for second in the MAC Conference—and tied for first on her team—with 55 kills, alongside teammate Clare Yeggy. Sweers also leads the team with 10 aces.

“Starting as a freshman and earning her opportunities to play throughout the years just shows her hard work and dedication,” Pleasant Valley Head Coach Amber Hall said. “Seeing her grow into the strong young woman that she is has been a great privilege. I’m so happy to see her confidence growing in herself.”

Sweers expressed gratitude for the recognition, highlighting the support of her team.

“I’m very thankful and glad that people recognize me as the player I am,” Sweers said. “But I wouldn’t be here without my coaches and teammates pushing me to be better every day. These years have taught me so much mentally and physically.”

Sweers and the Spartans face Central DeWitt on Tuesday at home.