Sault College athlete profile

(This story continues a series of articles profiling student athletes from Sault College's varsity programs. Included in the series is a preview of the week ahead in Sault College athletics. All photos and stories are submitted by the Sault College Athletic Department.)

*** COUGAR PROFILE OF THE WEEK:

Ashley Browning

This week's Sault College Cougar Profile of the Week belongs to Ashley Browning.

Ashley is in her graduating year of the Massage Therapy Program and is in her second year with the Cougar squad. Though standing at a mere 5'6, she starts at the Power position and uses her strength to get balls past the defenders.

In the game on Saturday, Ashley contributed 10 kills and 8 aces as they bypassed St. Clair Saints, 3 games to 1.

"With Ashley graduating this year, and only 4 games left, she has had a strong weekend, especially in the 3rd set against Humber. When Ashley comes to play she's a force to reckon with. Her consistent strong serving helps to generate points" states coach Jeremy Murdoch.

Browning, a rookie last year, earned herself the Most Improved Player for the Sault College Varsity Volleyball team.

A native of Barrie, Browning played club ball with the Georgian Cubs and also had a great career with Barrie North Collegiate as a high school player before coming to Sault College. Along with volleyball Ashley has competitive experience in baseball, rugby and swimming.

You can see Ashley Browning, with the rest of the Lady Cougar team live in action this Friday February 4th at 8pm as they host Sheridan College, and Saturday February 5th at 2pm against Lambton College.

*** BUSY COUGAR WEEKEND:

A total of six home games are all that remains between the combined Sault College basketball and volleyball teams.

The men must encounter three more competitors in order to ensure a spot in the Provincials, which is ultimately going to take place March 3-5 at Durham College (Oshawa). . The men will host Lambton College, Saturday February 5th at 4pm, immediately following the women's volleyball game. The men currently hold a record of 7-2, after a winning effort against Algoma University College on Wednesday.

Additionally, the Women's volleyball team currently holds a record of 3-9, gaining one win and one loss this past weekend.

The women will be busy at home this weekend, as they host Sheridan College at 8pm Friday February 4th, followed by a game Saturday February 5th at 2pm against Lambton College.