Varsity Volleyball Kicks Off District Play

The varsity volleyball team played their district opener against Bishop Dunne.

Photo by: Annie Weichel

Senior Micah McDowell taking the first pass off of the opponents serve.

Annie Weichel, Editor-in-Chief

On September 17 the Lady Mustangs opened up district play against Bishop Dunne on their home court. The game lasted three sets and ended in a win for the Lady Mustangs. In the first set, the Mustangs won 25-11 with senior Ava Grace Haggard leading the team with five kills. The Mustangs also won the second set 25-11 with freshman Kaylin Starling leading the team with four kills. Ending the game the Mustangs won the third set 25-13. Throughout the game senior libero Micah McDowell led the team in digs with eight and in aces with six. Due to protocols the Mustangs still were able to bring out a fan section that reached full capacity. Sophomore Georgia Haggard commented on how this game prepared them for the upcoming season saying, “This game was a great start to a hopeful season. We all worked well together and it gives me hope for a prosperous season.” The Lady Mustangs next game is September 22 away against Brookhill.

Senior girls cheering on the Lady Mustangs while maintaining the mask protocol. (Photo by: Annie Weichel)
Senior Ava Grace Haggard going for the kill against opponent Bishop Dunne. (Photo by: Annie Weichel)