RAMS MAKE A STATEMENT GOING INTO TOURNAMENT TIME
MINERAL RIDGE OH- In a contest that promised to be a thrilling showdown, Mineral Ridge left no doubt about their prowess as they transformed it into a commanding display of dominance against the NE8 champions, Lakeview. The Rams executed their game plan with precision, sweeping their opponents in three quick sets with scores of 25-12, 25-13, and 25-16. It was a resounding victory that showcased Mineral Ridge’s capabilities and readiness for the upcoming tournament play.
Mineral Ridge’s statistics underscored their formidable performance. Samantha Aulet orchestrated the offense brilliantly, amassing 33 assists, while her contributions extended to 9 digs and 4 aces. Ava Hulett delivered a standout performance, recording a double-double with 17 kills and 15 digs, proving to be an offensive powerhouse. Faith Schneider’s versatility shone through with 8 crucial kills, 12 digs, and 4 aces, adding depth to both attack and defense. Sheryaliz Bonilla showcased her defensive prowess with 16 digs and 4 aces. Anastasia Busse made her presence felt at the net, tallying 4 blocks in addition to 5 aces and 4 digs. The Rams, as a team, demonstrated a formidable serving game, accumulating an impressive total of 15 aces.
On the Lakeview side, Reagan Price led in service points with 6 and contributed an ace to her team’s effort. Molly Stuart exhibited her attacking skills with 11 kills, although she encountered stiff resistance from Mineral Ridge’s defense. Mallory Mailach displayed her setting prowess with 20 assists, attempting to create opportunities for her teammates, while Hallie Capan provided solid defensive support, amassing 14 crucial digs.
As both teams wrapped up their regular season finale, they now turn their attention to tournament play, where they’ll face new challenges and strive to build on their strengths. Mineral Ridge’s convincing victory serves as a statement of intent, signaling their readiness to compete at a high level in the postseason, while Lakeview will regroup and prepare for the battles that await in the upcoming tournaments.
