Cinderella Story: Nikiski High School Girls Volleyball’s Road to the 2024 State Championship

In this episode of The Must Read Alaska Show, host John Quick sits down with Coach Stacy Segura of the Nikiski High School Volleyball Team to share their incredible journey to becoming the 3-A 2024 Alaska State Champions. A true Cinderella story, the team overcame early setbacks in the state tournament, clawing their way back from the loser bracket to face the 2-time defending state champions, Kenai High School. In a historic showdown, they defeated Kenai for the first time since 2019, sweeping them in four games to claim the title.

Coach Segura reflects on her passion for volleyball, her path to becoming the varsity head coach, and the life lessons that fueled her team’s resilience and triumph. Packed with inspiration and advice for young athletes, this is a story of perseverance, grit, and teamwork you won’t want to miss.