The Lady Giants volleyball team faced their toughest challenge yet, suffering their first loss of the season in a straight-set defeat against Northern Lakes League rival, Anthony Wayne. The loss exposed the Lady Giants’ ongoing struggle with slow starts, a challenge that has plagued them throughout the early part of the season and last night’s match was no exception.
Anthony Wayne dominated the opening set from the first serve, quickly establishing control and never allowing the Lady Giants to find their rhythm. The Lady Generals capitalized on the early momentum, taking the first set with ease (14-25).
The second set, however, saw a resurgent Lady Giants squad, bolstered by the powerful hitting of senior Lindi Wolf and sophomore Tierra Parker. Their efforts helped the Lady Giants maintain a lead for much of the set. Yet, despite their advantage, the Lady Generals showcased their resilience, steadily chipping away at the lead. In a late surge, Anthony Wayne managed to overtake the Lady Giants, clinching the second set in a nail-biting 25-23 finish.
The third set began as a closely contested battle, with both teams trading points early on. However, Anthony Wayne’s consistency and poise under pressure allowed them to pull ahead, ultimately securing the set 25-20 and the match 3-0.
While the loss marks a setback for the Lady Giants, the team remains determined to regroup and return stronger.