The UCA Sugar Bears volleyball team wrapped up a perfect 16-0 Southland Conference season and dominated the SLC postseason awards for the second consecutive year.
Junior Chloe Smith was named the Player of the Year, senior Robyn Smith was the Setter of the Year, sophomore Christin Curl was the Libero of the Year and head coach Steven McRoberts was the Coach of the Year for the second straight season. Smith was also named an Academic All-American.
The City of Conway and Mayor Tab Townsell issued a proclamation recognizing the team at the City Council meeting on Dec. 8.
The Bears and Sugar Bears basketball seasons are in full swing, with several upcoming home games at the Farris Center. The Bears, directed by head coach Rand Chappell, have played games at No. 1 Kansas in storied Allen Field House and against perennial power Memphis at the FedExForum in the opening month of the season.
The Sugar Bears, under head coach Matt Daniel, have started the season with a 5-2 record and have set several school scoring records. Southland Conference play begins for both teams on Jan. 9 when the men host Texas A&M-Corpus Christi and the women travel to Corpus Christi. Several improvements have been made to make the Farris Center a more exciting arena for basketball. Come out and check out the new and improved atmosphere and cheer for the Bears and Sugar Bears this season!