In an intense volleyball matchup on September 29, 2023, St. Thomas (Tex.) hosted Southwestern (Tex.) at the Jerabeck Activity and Athletic Center in Houston. It was a hard-fought battle, with St. Thomas ultimately emerging victorious with a final score of 3-1 (25-22, 25-21, 18-25, 27-25).
Here's a recap of the thrilling match:
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St. Thomas (Tex.) got off to a strong start, winning the first set with a score of 25-22, showcasing their offensive prowess.
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The second set proved to be equally competitive, but St. Thomas (Tex.) managed to secure a 25-21 victory.
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Southwestern (Tex.) bounced back in the third set, winning it convincingly with a score of 25-18.
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The fourth set turned into a nail-biting showdown as both teams fought fiercely for the win. St. Thomas (Tex.) narrowly edged out Southwestern (Tex.) with a final score of 27-25 to clinch the match.
Leaders for St. Thomas (Tex.):
- Audrey Cataline: Audrey led the charge with an outstanding performance, recording 17 kills and contributing significantly with 19 digs. Her all-around effort earned her 18.0 points.
- Trinity Atkins: Trinity was a key offensive contributor, tallying 8 kills and providing solid defense with 7 digs. She contributed 8.5 points to the team.
- Laynee Beam: Laynee delivered with 5 crucial kills and also made her presence felt on the defensive end. She added 3 service aces to her performance, accumulating 8.0 points.
- Kara Spice: Spice was a big part of the Celt defense that secured the win. She had 47 digs in the match and a service ace.
St. Thomas (Tex.) displayed great teamwork and determination throughout the match, ultimately securing the win with a strong fourth set. This victory improved their record to 8-5 overall and 2-1 in their conference, while Southwestern's record stood at 5-6 after the match.
