Volleyball looks to rebound after tough start to season
The Pats squad lost its third consecutive road match, falling to Acton-Boxborough on September 17.
The Acton-Carlisle volleyball squad lost its third consecutive road match to open the season, falling to Acton-Boxborough in straight sets (11-25, 14-25, 13-25) on September 17.
- Team record: Overall 0-3; Dual County League 0-3
- Big day: In a high-intensity showdown against one of the area’s most formidable offensive lineups, the Patriots turned up the defensive dial, putting on a clinic in the back row with relentless digging against a heavy-hitting opponent.
- Turning point/game changer: Defensive specialist Mackenna Antonangeli and libero Kylie Hoang led the service rotation with a 2.75 and 2.4 service point per set, respectively.
- Unsung hero: Pin hitter Adrienne Venesy provided a defensive spark and rallied off numerous service points.
- Up next: The Pats were to host Wayland on September 18, Boston Latin on September 23, and Shawsheen Tech on Digs for Cancer night September 24.
Cambridge Rindge & Latin 3, CCHS 0
The Pats lost to the Cambridge Rindge & Latin Falcons in three sets (17-25, 20-25, 11-25) on the road on September 15.
- Team record: Overall 0-2; Dual County League 0-2
- Big day: Pin hitter Elia Han led the Patriots offense with nine kills. Setter Gwen Ely had seven assists; Kiera Sterry contributed six assists.
- Unsung heroes: Middle blockers Nora Bistras and Sadie Constable commanded the center.
