Buccaneers leadership sails team to historic heights: Mendy Sikes named Riverbend News’ 2023 Volleyball Coach of the Year

Lee Trawick reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Mendy Sikes, Branford High School's (BHS) volleyball coach, has marked her third consecutive year of being named Riverbend News' 2023 Volleyball Coach of the Year by leading her team to their first-ever state championship appearance this season. The Buccaneers had a remarkable season with a record of 25-5, which included wins in the district, regional and Final Four championships. In addition, they broke the school record for the most wins in a single season, surpassing the 2019 record of 20 wins. In just the third game of the season, Sikes achieved a personal milestone when she guided her team to her 100th victory in eight seasons as a coach