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SOL National Conference
PENNSBURY 3, WILLIAM TENNENT 1
On a lively Senior Night that saw the Pennsbury community pack the gym, Tennent quickly made it clear that they were there to compete. Winning the first set with strong service runs and relentless defense.
"I have said it all season long, and I told the ladies during a timeout - after a long, strong service run by Tennent, these are the challenges we want,” Pennsbury coach Bob Burns said. “It makes us better. You got to love these moments."
The ladies responded by fighting back in the first set, but Tennent was able to hold on to the lead and win the first set.
After the first set, the Falcons took control of the rest of the match. Leading the offensive attack was senior Brigitte Burns. She finished the night with 12 kills on a 0.500 hitting percentage and a 2.53 passer rating. She added six digs, two aces, and one block. Senior Annika Foundos chipped in four kills on a 0.300 hitting percentage and two blocks. Senior Setters Nyla Hamburg (6 aces, 5 digs) and Annalise "Diggy" Dignan (2 aces, 5 digs) set the offense up with a combined 32 assists.
With a festering Tennent defense and strong Tennent service game, the seniors rose to the challenge to win a tough match. Also adding to the team win were sophomore Madara Bungs with 11 kills, five aces, five digs, and two blocks, junior Sienna Sked with six digs and three aces and sophomore Avery Block with seven aces.
COUNCIL ROCK SOUTH 3, BENSALEM 0
SOL Continental Conference
PENNRIDGE 3, QUAKERTOWN 1
The Lady Rams secured a 3-1 road victory, powered by standout performances from several key players.
Caitlyn Kuntz led the offense with 15 kills and dominated the service line, delivering 8 aces. Melissa Hinkson contributed 13 kills and 3 aces, while libero Shannon Leo anchored the defense with 16 digs and added 3 aces of her own. On the right side, Ayla Mirarchi tallied 9 kills. Aubrie Schulz and Delaney Schwind orchestrated the offense, combining for 40 assists in the Rams’ impressive win.
For the Panthers, Ellie White (8 kills, 3 blocks, 1 ace) and Krysalyn Juchno (7 kills, 4 aces) led the attack. Setter Genevieve Clark had 16 assists, one kill, one block and five digs. Zoe Harley led the defense with 20 digs to go along with one ace.
The SOL Continental champion Rams (17-2, 10-1 SOL) will finish out their season at home on Thursday with a Dig Pink match against CB South. Quakertown (9-8, 4-7) will travel to Souderton for a 6 pm match Thursday.
CENTRAL BUCKS SOUTH 3, CENTRAL BUCKS EAST 1
The Patriots celebrated Senior Night in Tuesday’s match against the Titans, but it was the Titans earning the four-set win.
Starting their seven seniors, the Patriots took an emotional first set but couldn't maintain that momentum and lost the next three sets.
Every senior contributed during the match, starting with outside hitters Sophia Schwartz (a season high 22 kills to go along with 10 digs, 4 service aces and 2 blocks) and Regina Mathur (10 kills, 22 digs and 1 block). Mia Mettille directed the offense with a season high 30 assists, 5 digs and 1 kill. Mia Rivera chipped in 7 digs, 1 kill and one service ace. The unsung hero awards went to Arya Haridas (playing middle for the first time instead of her normal starting libero position and delivering 11 digs and 2 assists) and Ava Barnum (also playing middle for the first time and delivering 3 key blocks and 1 service ace).
Central Bucks South (8-11, 4-7 SOL) will be on the road at Pennridge Thursday., and Central Bucks East (6-12, 4-7) will host Central Bucks West Thursday.
NORTH PENN 3, SOUDERTON 0
The Knights earned a sweep of the visiting Indians.
For the Indians, Lauren Vince had six kills and eight digs Zoe Folk led the defense with nine digs and also had one ace, one kill and two assists. Setter Stella Powers had nine assists, eight digs, five kills and one block. Ava Woodbury had two kills and four digs.
North Penn (8-10, 7-5 SOL) will host Dock Mennonite in a non-league match Friday, and Souderton (8-11, 3-6) will host Quakertown Thursday.
SOL AmericanConference
ABINGTON 3, HATBORO-HORSHAM 1 (25-11, 21-25, 25-20, 16-16)
The visiting Ghosts and Hatters split the first two sets, but the Ghosts closed it out with wins in sets three and four.
Setter Mary Clark dished out 33 assists. Maddie Peltzer added four blocks and five kills while Sasha Moody had 19 kills and Sofie Heininger added 12.
Abington (12-4, 10-3) will host New Hope-Solebury on Thursday, and Hatboro-Horsham (6-10, 5-7) will be on the road at Cheltenham Thursday.
NEW HOPE-SOLEBURY 3, WISSAHICKON 0
Non-league
GWYNEDD MERCY ACADEMY 3, CENTRAL BUCKS WEST 2
Central Bucks West battled hard but ultimately fell in five sets at home tonight against Gwynedd Mercy Academy. Leading the charge at the net were Kya Lynch (3 aces, 15 kills, 3 blocks, 14 digs) and Ava Streibig (9 kills, 14 digs), who showcased aggressive attacks and crucial blocks. Setter Elisa Kremser (1 ace, 2 kills, 29 assists, 12 digs) played a pivotal role, orchestrating the offense with excellent skill and leadership throughout the match. In the back row, libero Emily Ferrese (14 digs, 3 assists) anchored the defense with solid play. Keeley Fialkowski (1 ace, 2 kills, 4 blocks, 3 digs) and Jane Foster (1 ace, 3 kills, 2 blocks, 4 digs) also contributed.
Despite the tough loss, the Bucks demonstrated strong communication, smart decision-making on the court, and a relentless fighting spirit.
Monday, Oct. 14
Non-league
COUNCIL ROCK NORTH 3, CENTRAL BUCKS SOUTH 1 (22-25, 25-20, 26-24, 25-17)
Council Rock North was led by Olivia Szymkiewicz with 23 kills and three aces, Addison Zarillo had 13, and Sloane Jordan with 12 kills and eight aces. Senior setter Sarah McCafferty once again reached 50 assists for the second time this season.
UPPER DUBLIN 3, NORTH PENN 0
The Cardinals celebrated Senior Night with a sweep of the visiting Knights.
“The program would like to congratulate our two awesome seniors, Shanley Joyce and Lyvia Marcus,” UD coach Paul Choi said. “They are both great players that have done an outstanding job leading this team.
“They always want the best for their teammates and this program and continue to lead by example. Thank you for the commitment you have given this program.”
Thursday, Oct 10
COUNCIL ROCK NORTH 3, NESHAMINY 2 (25-12, 22-25, 19-25. 25-14, 15-12)
Council Rock North defeated Neshaminy in Thursday’s Senior Night match by the score of 3-2.
“Oops - we did it again,” Rock North coach Joe Schweitzer said. “In jest, curing the coin flip, I suggested we just play one set to 99 (points). We all chuckled, but it sure looks like the script was written that way. I can literally take the last write-up, change some numbers, and it would fit.”
The Redskins led 2-1 when the Indians rallied.
“In the first set, we served well and put up five aces while our attackers found the floor,” Schweitzer said. “In the second and third sets, Neshaminy's defense refused to let the ball hit the floor and held a 2-1 lead. In the fourth and fifth sets, our attackers made some adjustments and started to find the floor which lead to our hard fought 3-2 win.”
--Props: “Senior Lucy Killian had a perfect 10-for-10 serving night and made some very nice defensive plays. Senior Ella Mancinelli had some good swings and was setting a great block. Senior Rylie Desruiseau played her typical strong defensive/serve receive game. Senior middle Madison Campbell did all the things a middle does, get to the block and be available to hit. Senior Addison Zarillo was once again one of the leaders for our team with 9 kills and several big blocks. Senior Sarah McCafferty had a new season high of 50 assists and provided some solid serving and leadership.
“Council Rock North Juniors Olivia Szymkiewicz (22 kills and 4 Aces) and Sloane Jordan (16 kills 3 aces) provided the fire power from the pins.”
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