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Hazleton Today
By the People, for the People
Hazleton Area Sophomore Setter Reaches 500 Career Assists Milestone
Sebastián Burgos, a key player on the Cougars' strong start to the season, hit the impressive mark in a match against Crestwood.
Apr. 7, 2026 at 12:11pm
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A young volleyball star's milestone achievement reflects the Cougars' promising season ahead.Hazleton TodayHazleton Area sophomore volleyball player Sebastián Burgos recorded his 500th career assist during a Wyoming Valley Conference match against Crestwood. He finished the week with a total of 59 assists - 35 in a thrilling five-set win over Wilkes-Barre Area and 24 in a competitive loss to the Comets, the Cougars' first loss in six matches this season. Burgos also racked up 15 digs, five service points with one ace and two kills against the Wolfpack and six digs against Crestwood.
Why it matters
Burgos' impressive milestone as a sophomore setter highlights his leadership and skill on the court, and the Cougars' strong start to the season shows the team's potential to make a deep postseason run in the highly competitive Wyoming Valley Conference.
The details
Burgos recorded his 500th career assist during Hazleton Area's match against Crestwood. He finished the week with a total of 59 assists - 35 in a five-set win over Wilkes-Barre Area and 24 in a loss to Crestwood, the Cougars' first defeat of the season. Burgos also contributed 15 digs, five service points with one ace, and two kills against Wilkes-Barre Area, as well as six digs against Crestwood.
- Burgos recorded his 500th career assist during a Wyoming Valley Conference match against Crestwood.
- Burgos finished the week with 59 total assists - 35 in a five-set win over Wilkes-Barre Area and 24 in a loss to Crestwood.
The players
Sebastián Burgos
A sophomore volleyball player at Hazleton Area High School who recently reached the 500-career assist milestone.
Hazleton Area
The high school where Sebastián Burgos plays volleyball. The Cougars have gotten off to a strong 6-1 start to the season.
Crestwood
The opponent Hazleton Area faced in the match where Burgos recorded his 500th career assist.
Wilkes-Barre Area
The opponent Hazleton Area faced in a thrilling five-set win, where Burgos contributed 35 assists.
What they’re saying
“I really didn't know. When I saw the sign for the 500 assists, I thought another player had the same name as me.”
— Sebastián Burgos, Hazleton Area Sophomore Volleyball Player
“At first, I didn't realize it was for me. When I finally realized that it was, I looked around at everyone in confusion because it caught me by surprise.”
— Sebastián Burgos, Hazleton Area Sophomore Volleyball Player
“It means a lot to me because I proved to myself that I can achieve whatever I set my mind to.”
— Sebastián Burgos, Hazleton Area Sophomore Volleyball Player
What’s next
Burgos and the Hazleton Area Cougars will look to bounce back from their first loss of the season and continue their strong start in the highly competitive Wyoming Valley Conference.
The takeaway
Sebastián Burgos' impressive milestone as a sophomore setter highlights his leadership and skill, and the Cougars' early-season success shows the team's potential to make a deep postseason run in the Wyoming Valley Conference.
