SOUTH 7A @ RIVER VALLEY

?? Lady Tigers Battle River Valley

The South Belton Lady Tigers took on River Valley in a hard-fought two-set matchup. South battled throughout the night, but River Valley was able to build momentum at key moments and come away with the 2–0 victory, 25–20 and 25–13.

Set 1 — River Valley 25, South Belton 20

The Lady Tigers came out ready to compete and stayed within striking distance throughout the opening set. South battled point for point, working to create opportunities offensively while keeping pressure on River Valley.

In the back row, Maggie Rodriguez, Madison Stauffer, Izzy Yeaman, Bella Hinojos, and Madisyn Sirianna worked to keep balls alive and give South opportunities to transition into its offense. At the net, Zuri McAlister, Addison Bass, Annabell De Avila, and Ja’Liya Rodriguez battled against River Valley's attack, while Maddie Hutton helped keep the Lady Tiger offense moving.

South continued to fight, but River Valley found the points it needed late to close out the opening set 25–20.

Set 2 — River Valley 25, South Belton 13

The Lady Tigers returned to the court looking to answer, but River Valley was able to establish momentum early and force South to play from behind.

Even as River Valley began to pull away, the Lady Tigers continued competing through each rally. Maggie Rodriguez worked from the libero position, while Madison Stauffer, Izzy Yeaman, Bella Hinojos, and Madisyn Sirianna continued providing support in the back row.

At the net, Zuri McAlister, Addison Bass, Annabell De Avila, and Ja’Liya Rodriguez continued battling, while Maddie Hutton worked to create opportunities for the Lady Tiger offense. River Valley ultimately maintained its momentum and closed out the second set 25–13.

From the Service Line ??

The Lady Tigers continued to find opportunities from the service line throughout the match. Maggie Rodriguez led South with 4 serving points, while Maddie Hutton, Bella Hinojos, and Madison Stauffer each contributed 2 serving points. Annabell De Avila added 1 serving point to round out South's scoring from the line.

Although the final score didn't fall South's way, the Lady Tigers continued to compete together and gain valuable experience. They will get back to work, continue learning, and continue growing together.

Final: River Valley defeats South Belton, 2–0 — 25–20, 25–13. ????