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Summerland volleyball welcomes a new coach in the team’s sophomore season.

Rachael Cheatum takes the helm for the Bobcats. She is assisted by Sierra Summers, Katie Koenig and Gina Koenig, volunteer assistant.

Cheatum is no stranger to the sport.

“I’ve probably been coaching for 10 to 12 years,” she said. Cheatum has coached youth, junior high and club teams.

Four letter winners return to the 2020 team. They were part of the state-qualifying team led by Suz Funk.

With health measures in place, Cheatum said players have stepped up to meet the precautions in place.

“Girls are wearin...