KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Three University of Providence volleyball players were named All-Americans this season, the NAIA announced on Tuesday. It is the first time the program has produced multiple All-Americans in school history.

Cydney Finberg-Roberts was named a 2^nd Team All-American, while Sacha Legros and Sadie Lott were both named Honorable Mention All-Americans.

"I'm super excited for those kids," head coach Arunas Duda said. "That kind of recognition on the national stage is incredibly important for them. It showcases all the hard work they've put in. I couldn't be more happy for those kids because they deserve these awards and those accolades."

The Argos (22-3, 18-2) just completed one of the most successful seasons in school history. The team, which didn't get to practice in the fall due to COVID-19 restrictions, won their first outright regular season conference championship this season. They followed that up by winning the Frontier Conference Tournament Championship, punching their ticket to their third straight NAIA National Tournament. They defeated Olivet Nazarene in their opening round game to clinch a spot in the 24-team pool play, where they defeated Viterbo in straight sets in their first round game before falling to Jamestown. Over the course of the season, the Argos set a program record by winning 20 consecutive games. 

"Three All-Americans on one team is why we made it so far this season," Duda said. "The exciting part for us is all three of them are coming back next season. It's three kids that really deserve it because of all their hard work. During a COVID-19 offseason we were watching film with Finberg. Sacha touched the volleyball as much as she could. Sadie came in so prepared and ready to go. They definitely earned every piece of it, and that translated to the success we had as a team."

The 2^nd Team All-American recognition adds to the gauntlet of recognition that Finberg-Roberts has received this season. She was named not only the Frontier Conference Setter of the Year, but the Frontier Conference Player of the Year as well. The American Volleyball Coaches Association recognized her talents as well, naming her both the Northwest Region Setter of the Year and Region Player of the Year Award.

The numbers back up the awards. Finberg-Roberts finished the season ranked third in assists per game (11.8) and fourth in total assists (1,116). She also broke the single season record for total assists and assists per game, and also broke the school record for total career assists (2,454) this season.

"She's an incredibly mature person and player," Duda said. "She handles her business so well. She comes to work every single day. She doesn't complain about anything. She just gets after it. She's become more and more competitive every season that she's played. The preparation that she has for each opponent and each match is unmatched. She goes back and watches film before you even tell her to. She's put herself in this situation so she's incredibly deserving."

Legros was named an Honorable Mention All-American. She has also received numerous recognition, being named 1^st Team All-Conference and 1^st Team All-Region. Her statistics also showcase her dominance as she leads the country in digs per set (7.4) and fifth in total digs (703). She also etched her name in the Argo record books, breaking the single-season record in both digs per set and total digs. She also holds the record for career digs per set (6.04) with another season to play.

"She led the country with 7.4 digs per set," Duda said. "That is such a tremendous number. You're usually happy if your libero is digging over five. She proved that she's one of the best liberos in the country by performing that well at the National Tournament. She really set the tone for our team down there – she was touching everything. She's a fierce competitor who refuses to lose. She's somebody that is so essential to our team. She has the right work ethic, the right intangibles and amazing character. I'm so proud of her."

Lott also adds her to illustrious freshman season by being named an Honorable Mention All-American as well. She was also bringing in recognition, being named the Frontier Conference Freshman of the Year and the Northwest Region Freshman of the Year. The Idaho Falls native produced 353 kills this season, good for 3.72 kills per game.

"We knew coming in she would have a huge impact," Duda said. "We just didn't know how big it would be. She exceeded our expectations for her first year. She impacted our program in every single aspect. She's so humble - she deflects all praises and gives it to other players. She does a little bit of everything for us. For a freshman to come in and make such an impact for our team. She has a really bright future and we can't wait to get her back on the court."

All three Argo All-Americans will return to the team next season.