Volleyball surges early but falls to Belmont, 3-1
The Patriots put heavy pressure on the Marauders’ offense throughout the evening.
The Acton-Carlisle girls volleyball team opened strong but couldn’t maintain the momentum in a 3-1 loss at Belmont on October 9. The Patriots set the tone early with aggressive serving and relentless defense to capture the first set and continued to put heavy pressure on the Marauders’ offense throughout the evening.
- Scores by set: CCHS-Belmont (25-23, 21-25, 20-25, 8-25)
- Team record: Overall 2-9; Dual County League 1-6
- Big day: Adrienne Venesy delivered a powerhouse all-around performance, racking up 10 service points, four aces, and six kills.
- Game changer: Kylie Hoang anchored the defense with a massive 20-dig effort, consistently extending rallies and giving the Patriots second-chance scoring opportunities.
- Unsung hero: Elia Han made a strong return after being sidelined for several weeks with an injury, providing crucial stability and consistent serve reception.
- Up next: The Pats were to host Westford Academy on October 13 and travel to Wayland on October 16.
Newton South 3, CCHS 0
The Patriots traveled to Newton South on October 7, falling in straight sets to the Lions.
- Scores by set: CCHS-Newton South (12-25, 16-25, 15-25)
- Big day: Bella Cuozzo, Hoang, and Mackenna Antonangeli led the Patriots with strong serving, including a combined five aces.
- Turning point: The Pats started all three sets trading scores with the Lions, but Newton South ultimately controlled the pace of the match.
- Unsung hero: Sadie Constable led all hitters with four kills and strong net play.
Waltham 3, CCHS 0
The Pats dropped a DCL match against the visiting Hawks on October 5.
- Scores by set: CCHS-Waltham (24-26, 21-25, 22-25)
- Big day: Strong serving kept the Patriots in the match, with Hoang contributing four aces.
- Game changer: CCHS fought through large deficits in the second and third sets to stay competitive.
- Unsung hero: Summer Simek led the offense with eight kills.
