Check out the recaps for SOL girls’ volleyball teams in action Tuesday. Neshaminy/Souderton photos provided courtesy of Richard Owens of ROwens Photography, and Pennsbury/CB West photos courtesy of Darryl Rule of J&D Photography. Check back for galleries. CLICK HERE to go directly to Suburban One Sports’ GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL GALLERIES.
PENNSBURY 3, CENTRAL BUCKS WEST 0 (25-20, 25-21, 25-18) (20-25, 21-25, 18-25)
The Falcons – who celebrated Teacher Appreciation Night – looked every bit the part of the district’s top-ranked squads, earning a sweep of the Bucks in an SOL crossover match.
Kya Lynch’s 20 kills led the Bucks.
By the numbers: Pennsbury: Reagan Perate: 19 kills, 2 aces, 8 digs, Madara Bungs: 12 kills, 2 aces, 10 digs, Emma Chung: 14 digs, Katie Mishler: 31 assists, 2 aces, 2 kills, Olivia Jedynak: 5 aces and 5 digs
Central Bucks West: Kya Lynch (20 kills, 4 digs, 2 blocks), Katina Adelizzi (5 kills, 1 ace, 1 block), Emma Shank (3 kills, 1 block, 24 assists, 5 digs), Farrah Nerhbas (1 kill, 2 blocks), Bryn Campbell (2 kills), Ashlyn Kear (7 digs, 4 assists).
Up next: Pennsbury will host Germantown Academy in a non-league match Wednesday (5pm). Central Bucks West will host North Penn on Thursday (6:30pm).
NESHAMINY 3, SOUDERTON 2 (14-25, 15-25, 25-19, 25-19, 15-13)
It looked like it might be an early night for the Redskins when they dropped their first two sets to the Indians, but the tide turned, and Neshaminy won the next three, winning the grueling five-set match 3-2.
For the Indians, Madison Truskowski had a big night, leading the way with 26 kills and also contributing 19 digs. Setter Caroline Bache handed out 57 assists, and Willow Myers led the defense with 20 digs.
By the numbers: Souderton: Madison Truskowski: 3 aces, 26 kills, 18 digs; Stella Powers: 23 kills, 2 assists, 19 digs; Ava Woodbury: 1 ace, 10 kills, 2 digs; Caroline Bache: 2 aces, 2 kills, 57 assists, 4 digs; Willow Myers: 1 ace, 20 digs; Lily Self: 2 aces, 1 block, 1 dig, 1 kill.
Up next: Neshaminy will be on the road at Cheltenham Wednesday, and Souderton will be on the road at Pennridge Thursday.
CENTRAL BUCKS EAST 3, HARRY S TRUMAN 0
The Lady Patriots turned in a well-rounded performance in their three-set sweep of the Truman Tigers. Strong serving was the theme of the evening, with Junior Emily Scafidi delivering a record 17 service aces (of a team total 31 service aces) to go along with 6 digs from the back line. Junior Rylee Parente (20 assists, 2 digs, 2 kills) directed a well distributed offense, with Sophomore Marcela Pietka (6 kills, 4 aces, 5 digs) and Senior Alli Minacci (5 kills) the primary beneficiaries. The defensive law firm of O’Brien (8 digs) and Muzsi (7 digs) were on point as usual, with some great contributions from Senior Kiera Lozon (5 digs, 3 kills).
Up next: Central Bucks East will host Central Bucks South Thursday, and Harry S Truman will host Pennsbury on Thursday.
HATBORO-HORSHAM 3, CHELTENHAM 0 (25-18-25-22, 25-23)
HH honored their seniors on senior night with a win over Cheltenham moving them to 9-3 on the season. With an almost all senior lineup, HH swept Cheltenham in three straight sets.
At the net, seniors Gabbi Fisher, Leah Benoit-Jean, Skye Williams and Molly Harrington had 10, nine, seven and six kills respectively. The offense was run by senior setters Mia Szymanik and Caroline Ward with 11 assists apiece. The defense was a combined digging effort between seniors Kendyl Mariano with 12 digs, and seniors Gabbi Fisher and Adrienne Morgan both with eight. On the serving line the hatters had nine aces with Gabbi Fisher, Adrienne Morgan, and Leah Benoit-Jean all having three apiece.
Up next: Hatboro-Horsham travels to Abington on Thursday for their next match, and Cheltenham will host Neshaminy Wednesday.
CENTRAL BUCKS SOUTH 3, BENSALEM 0 (25-22, 25-23, 25-23)
The Titans earned a sweep of the Owls in Tuesday’s crossover match.
By the numbers: Central Bucks South: Rose Kendrick (Senior, Setter) 12 Assists & 1 Dig; Olivia Hessenthaler (Senior, Libero) 1 Ace, 3 Assists, 16 Digs; Lily Grzymala (Junior, Defensive Specialist) 1 Kill, 1 Assist, 8 Digs; Julia Shertsnyova (Junior, Right Side) 2 Aces, 3 Kills, 22 Digs; Olivia Miller (Senior, Setter) 6 Assists & 2 Digs; Brooke McLaughlin (Junior, Middle) 2 Kills, 2 Blocks, and 2 Digs; Macie Ott (Junior, Middle) 2 Blocks, 1 Kill, & 5 Digs, Natalie Zonshein (Senior, Defensive Specialist) 2 Aces & 1 Dig; Allison West (Senior, Outside Hitter) 2 Aces, 13 Kills, and 6 Digs; Katelyn Roth (Senior, Outside Hitter) 6 Kills & 4 Digs.
Bensalem: Reece Colgan (setter)17 assists 10 digs 1 ace 1 block 2 kills; Piper Griffiths (libero) 12 digs 2 aces passing % 2.3; Kenz Pressler (outside hitter) 6 kills 10 digs 2 aces; Evette Wesseh (opposite hitter) 9 kills 7 digs 8 blocks; Meghan Murray (middle) 2 kills 4 blocks; Kendall Quirk (middle) 1 kills 1 block; Maci Mckernan (outside hitter) 5 kills 2 aces 2 digs
Up next: Central Bucks South will travel to Central Bucks East on Thursday, and Bensalem will host Council Rock North Thursday.
Galloping Ghosts Honor Seniors with 3-0 Sweep Over Springfield
(Submitted by Abington VB)
The Abington Galloping Ghosts girls’ varsity volleyball team celebrated Senior Night in high-energy fashion on Tuesday, October 6, rolling to a 3-0 victory over Springfield.
Playing in front of a packed and boisterous home gym, the Ghosts put together one of their most complete and cohesive team performances of the season. The electric atmosphere set the stage to honor Abington’s three graduating seniors:
- Maddie Pelzer (#9) – Outside Hitter (1 Ace, 9 Kills, 9 Digs)
- Sophie Heininger (#14) – Outside Hitter (1 Ace, 14 Kills, 8 Digs)
- Ashley Menichello (12) – Libero (2 Aces, 10 Digs)
All three seniors played pivotal roles in leading the squad to victory, delivering sharp execution and setting the tone from start to finish. Shoutout to the senior class for their dedication and leadership, and to the entire squad for delivering a marquee win!
PLYMOUTH WHITEMARSH 3, WILLIAM TENNENT 0
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