Raechel Jones
THIS YEAR: Considered one of the Cougars' best all-around players, sophomore Raechel Jones will be a key figure in the team's 6-2 approach ... Capable of setting, passing, defending and serving at a high level ... Is 1 of several experienced sophomores on the squad ... Sets and serves very well but is also a highly-rated defender and could see time at libero.
2008 (Freshman): Proved to be a workhorse as a mere freshman, appearing in all 36 matches, starting 8, and was 1 of just 3 players to appear in all 126 sets ... Teamed with All-GSAC setter Allison Kincheloe to share duties in driving a Cougar offense that averaged 13 kills a set ... Recorded 20 or more assists in 8 different matches, including a season-high 29 in a 5-set match vs. No. 2-ranked Biola ... Also had 13 digs in that same match ... Had 7 or more digs in 13 matches, including 3 straight in the NAIA Tournament.
HIGH SCHOOL: Was a 4-year varsity volleyball setter for head coach Kristin Roberts at Vista Murrieta (Calif.) High ... Was a 3-time All-Southwestern League honoree who helped lead the Broncos to a 4-year record of 98-30 ... Named Southwestern League MVP as a 2007 senior after leading Vista Murrieta to its third straight league championship.
PERSONAL: Born Nov. 25, 1989, in Murrieta, Calif. ... Parents are Steve and Debora Jones ... Has two younger siblings, sister Melissa and brother Mathew ... Plans to major in applied health with a business minor ... Would like to pursue physical therapy as a career field.
