The Lancers first winning record (10-9) earned the Lancers their first tournament bid. Unfortunately, the Lancers lost to Westfield in the quarter-finals. The team’s efforts in the tournament were a strong finish to a strong season. The 1998 team proved that hard work and fun along with dedication allowed the Lancers to earn the respect and recognition of other teams and coaches. After 3 years of volleyball at Longmeadow, Coach Hawker posted a 21 wins and 27 losses record plus a foundation built on continued success.