COUNCIL ROCK NORTH 3, CENTRAL BUCKS SOUTH 1 (25-13, 25-20, 22-25, 25-14)
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The Indians fought off a gutsy Titan squad to earn the win.
“It was a fantastic team effort,” North coach Mike Adams said. “CB South really stepped up their level of play and serving.
“Council Rock North stepped up their play in return and finished off the last set with a commanding win.”
With the win, the Indians improved to 14-0 in conference play.
Senior outside hitter Morgan Colitto led the Indians with 13 kills, six digs, one block and two aces. Setters Johanna Batterton (17 assists, eight aces, six digs, one kill) and Sarah Caola (10 assists, one dig, two aces) combined for 27 assist on the night. Also contributing at the net were Birdie Ligos (four kills, five digs), Mackenzie Tinner (five kills, two blocks, two digs), Dana Bandurick (three kills, two blocks, two digs), Hadley Grundman (three kills, three blocks) and Kalein Mealey (four kills, four digs, one block). Kerry Kuiken led the defense with eight digs to go along with one kill while libero Maddy Moore added seven digs and one ace. Robbin Smith contributed one kill.
For the Titans, Julia Dennis led the way with 10 kills and two blocks, and Meghan Manderson added five kills and two aces. Senior Morgan McCrory led the defense with 38 digs, two kills and one ace.
"Tonight was a uphill battle for us,” South coach Kurt Godfrey said. “We made a lot of mistakes but fought hard throughout all four sets. Council Rock North is an extremely talented team with a lot of weapons. We jumped out to an early lead is each set, but they were able to come back. They are extremely well coached and play great defense. I felt like they were everywhere tonight.
"Although we weren't on our ‘A’ game, we did have a few bright spots. Julia Dennis had a big night for us at the net. She has improved so much this season, and it's great to watch her come alive in matches. She loves the game of volleyball and works so hard in every practice!
“ Like always, Morgan McCrory was all over for us. She has been the heart and soul of our team all season. I cannot tell you how important she has been to our success in each and every set we have played. We will take the weekend to lick our wounds and recoup but get back to work next week with Neshaminy and CB West."
WILLIAM TENNENT 3, NESHAMINY 0
The Panthers – playing in their third match in as many nights - earned a 3-0 win over the Redskins.
“The girls served well and played good ball today,” coach Brian Bassler said.
Lindsey Snock had six blocks while Laura Cochrane had five kills and three blocks. Nicole Long added five kills and four aces.
PLYMOUTH WHITEMARSH 3, SOUDERTON 0 (25-15, 25-11, 25-13)
Danielle Rippert led the Colonials with 12 kills to go along with five digs and one ace. Lauren Coscia added eight kills, one block and one ace. Setter Bridget McTamney contributed 21 assists, 10 digs, three aces and one block.
For the Indians, Talia Watson led the defense with 12 digs. Setter Lauren Hamilton had 12 assists. Maria Iervolino had a team-high five kills. Also contributing were Haley Novak (two kills, six digs), Miranda Baronette (two kills, six digs), Hannah Fairweather (two kills, two blocks), Tori Reiner (two kills) and Monica Miller (seven digs).
ABINGTON 3, WISSAHICKON 0
Ghost setter Anna Bantner contributed 10 assists, three aces and three digs. Grace Whitney added four kills and four aces. Hannah Dalton led the Ghosts at the net with six kills, four blocks and two aces, and Amanda Rice added three aces and four digs.
Thursday, Sept. 6
CENTRAL BUCKS EAST 3, CENTRAL BUCKS WEST 1 (25-12, 12-25, 25-22, 25-16)
The Patriots defeated the Bucks in Thursday’s Dig Pink event in yet another battle between the neighboring rivals.
“I am so incredibly proud of my team tonight,” coach Kerri Rabberman said. “It was truly a team effort, and they always played behind each other.
“West is a great team that kept challenging us. More importantly, it was a great night for a great cause. Thank you to everyone who came out for the Dig Pink event.”
Setter Emily Lunny had 37 assists, 16 digs and three aces in a standout effort. Devon Hall had a huge night with 21 kills and 12 digs. Jenn Krzeminski added 10 kills and was a dominant force at the net with 8.5 blocks to go along with 17 digs. Hanna Walentukonis had five kills and two blocks while Ysabelle Minschwaner had three kills, nine digs and 1.5 blocks. Jess Guillen added two kills and 1.5 blocks. Caitlin Kiernan had a big night defensively with 20 digs while Morgan Beakley led the defense with 31 digs and four aces.
“The girls really dug deep and wanted this win for many reasons,” Rabberman said. “It is great to see them playing like this.”
For the Bucks, Katie Hudson had a big night with 13 kills and 23 digs. Setter Kayla King had 23 assists, five kills, two blocks and 16 digs. April Neeld added nine kills, one ace, three blocks and seven digs. Mackenzie Brooks had seven kills, four aces and 11 digs, and Kailey Prall led the defense with 32 digs to go along with three aces.
ABINGTON 3, QUAKERTOWN 0
Ghost setter Vasillia Fox handed out 16 assists and also had two kills. Grace Whitney (10 kills, two aces), Kaley Ehnow (four blocks) and Hannah Dalton (10 kills, four digs, one block) led the Ghosts at the net. Kaylee Goodson contributed three kills, four aces, three digs and one block. Kate Petricione led the defense with five digs while Aishlin Resurrecion had two kills, two digs and one ace and Fabiola Gonzalez added three aces and four digs.
WILLIAM TENNENT 3, CHELTENHAM 1
Tennent earned a 3-1 win in a hard-fought match. Brian Bassler pointed to the “amazing match” of Ariel Goldberg, who had 16 assists and eight aces. Nicole Long had nine kills while Lindsey Snock and Devyn Cobb both had six.
HATBORO-HORSHAM 25-19, 25-15, 25-14
The Hatters improved to 15-2 overall and 12-2 conference with a sweep win over Pennridge on Thursday. Junior outside hitter Katerina Yankanich led the team with 10 kills, five aces and 14 digs while senior outside hitters Holly Owen added six kills, five aces and five digs. Senior libero Allison Laucella had 19 digs and an ace. Sophomore setter Rachel Dittus had 19 assists, three aces, a block and five digs. Hatboro-Horsham takes on Quakertown at home on Monday for their next conference contest.
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