For the first time since 2017, the RHS spikers took the court in the 3A Region 3 and 4 0layoffs.
Coming in as a No. 3 seed, the Lady Tigers faced the Fairfield Lady Eagles in the Bi-District round on Thursday. They were victorious in four sets 25-22, 25-20, 21-25 and 25-22.
Julie Bartsch led the Lady Tigers with 15 kills and two blocks. Yolianna Castillo led the team in assists with 24, while Emma Whitsel led in digs with 22.
The win marked the first playoff victory for the Lady Tiger volleyball program since 1987.
On Monday, the Lady Tigers faced the Troy Lady Trojans in the Area round of the playoffs. Unfortunately, the Lady Tigers were defeated in three sets 22-25, 14-25 and 9-25. The Lady Tigers fought hard but struggled to slow down Troy’s high-pow ered offense.
Haven Jimenez led the Lady Tigers with 10 kills. Castillo led the team in assist with 19, while Averie Hobbs led in digs with 10. Castillo and Brande Breithaupt tied to lead the team in blocks with one a piece.
Despite being eliminated, RHS Head Coach Kelsey explained how proud she was of this year’s team.
“Overall, this season was one for the books,” Hudson said. “I am so proud of this team and their commitment to each other. They played with so much heart and passion throughout the season, which led to our playoff berth. They have truly set the standard for the Rockdale volleyball program. I am so honored and proud to have been their coach this season.”
With the team losing only four seniors this season, RHS volleyball has a bright future.
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