Kylie Bartel and Taylor Erickson earned NAIA All-American Second Team honors after an outstanding season as Benedictine University Mesa's top beach volleyball pair. The duo finished the year ranked second in the Golden State Athletic Conference (GSAC), compiling an impressive 16-4 record.

Their consistency and skill were instrumental in leading the Redhawks to one of the most successful seasons in program history. Among their many highlights was a signature victory over the top pair from NCAA Division I Grand Canyon University—an achievement that captured attention across the collegiate volleyball landscape.

Their standout play also earned them GSAC Beach Volleyball Pair of the Week honors for the week of March 24, further cementing their reputation as one of the top tandems in the nation.