Men's volleyball collects 2015 Y Awards

PROVO, Utah—BYU men's volleyball garnered accolades Wednesday night at the Marriott Center as the team celebrated academic and athletic success during the 2015 Y Awards ceremony.

The 2014 Cougar team was selected as the Men's Team of the Year after going 21-9 (18-6 Mountain Pacific Sports Federation), winning the conference regular season and tournament titles and advancing to the NCAA Tournament for the second-consecutive season. The other men's volleyball winner of the night was Josue Rivera, who picked up Male Crowd Pleaser honors.

Additionally, Tim Dobbert was recognized as a finalist for Male Rookie of the Year. 

2015 Men's Volleyball Y Awards

Male Crowd Pleaser— Josue Rivera (men's volleyball)

Presented to the male athlete whose enthusiasm and outstanding performance have given extra excitement to the crowd.

• Started in 23 matches - only missing one due to injury as a junior – and has started in six so far this season
• Totaled 217 kills, 26 aces, 146 digs and 76 blocks in 2014 – has averaged 1.9 kills per set in 2015 after missing the first few matches due to injury
• Helped lead his team to a first place MPSF conference and tournament finish and Final Four appearance in 2014

Other finalists: Paul Lasike (football), Robin Pfister (men's tennis), Anson Winder (men's basketball).

Men’s Team of the Year— 2014 men’s volleyball