CHAMPAIGN — Parkland volleyball has experienced tremendous success under coach Cliff Hastings.
Now, Hastings will be recognized for his work on the court. The veteran Parkland coach will be inducted into the NJCAA Volleyball Coaches Association Hall of Fame today, the league's governing body announced on Tuesday.
Hastings will be recognized at the NJCAA Division II championship banquet that precedes this year's national tournament that starts on Thursday and features Parkland in the 16-team field.
"I am extremely honored and humbled to be honored with the induction," Hastings said. "While I like coaching, and think I'm fine at it, I think having a good eye for talent and the unyielding confidence to paint the picture for these amazing young why Parkland is the place for them.