GRAND ISLAND, Neb. – Sharon Zavala began her career at Grand Island Central Catholic in 1975, and the Crusader volleyball head coach has announced she is retiring. 

Zavala finishes her career at the helm with a 1,117-220 record in 49 seasons. During her time at GICC, Zavala and the Crusaders won 11 state championships, 9 state runner-ups and made 35 trips to the state tournament.

This announcement was first reported by the Grand Island Independent.