November 9, 2001 — Marian’s volleyball team reaches the PIAA’s “Final Four” for the first time in school history after going 3-0 in round-robin pool play. The Fillies, coached by Nikki Hackenberg, defeat Canton, Clarion and Farrell — three teams with a combined 52-3 record entering the Class 1A tournament. Mary Horvat collects 11 kills and four blocks against Canton, while Jill Homyak adds nine kills and Amber Schmerfeld ends with 25 assists and 15 digs. Horvat, Homyak and Angie Ruth all total five kills in a quick win over Clarion. In a comeback victory over Farrell, Horvat leads the way with 10 kills and four blocks, while Ashley Shickora adds eight kills and four blocks.