Kaitlyn Kanuch was on the verge of giving up. But with some encouragement from her mother, and an unexpected recommendation from a former teammate, her volleyball career will extend into college.

With the exception attending college out of state for a couple of years, Hanna VanDyk has been a part of the Manhattan Christian volleyball program since 2006 — first as a player and then as an assistant coach. Now, VanDyk will guide the Eagles into a new decade as their head coach.

MANHATTAN — The Montana High School Association does not offer men’s volleyball, so Riley Chapman has had to travel outside the borders of the state to play the sport he loves.

MANHATTAN — Erika Davis knew she wanted to stay within the borders of Montana to continue her volleyball career. But it took a while for right opportunity to present itself.

CHURCHILL — Maddie Liudahl has enjoyed plenty of success at Manhattan Christian, and hopes to continue to do so at the next level.

Three members of Manhattan Christian’s volleyball team earned All-State honors for their efforts this past season in District 11C, while another received all-conference accolades.

CHURCHILL — After verbally committing a year ago, Kellie Van Kirk made it official Friday afternoon.

BOZEMAN — An all too familiar scenario was taking shape, so Jill Ayers called time out. But Manhattan Christian’s longtime coach chose not to discuss strategy in the huddle and kept her talk lighthearted.