SIMONS SETS UP 1000 ASSISTS IN BIG WIN FOR FITCH

AUSTINTOWN OH- In a thrilling showdown, Fitch emerged triumphant in a hard-fought battle against the formidable NDCL, taking the victory in five intense sets: 25-23, 24-26, 17-25, 25-18, and 16-14.

The match showcased both teams’ exceptional skill and determination as they battled point by point. Fitch’s performance was nothing short of remarkable, with standout contributions from their players. Rylie Simons was the heartbeat of the team, delivering an astounding 55 assists, 9 digs, 3 aces, and 2 kills. Notably, Simons reached an incredible milestone, achieving 1,000 assists in only the 4th game of her sophomore year. Jordan Smith’s dynamic performance included an impressive 24 kills, 16 digs, and 1 ace, securing a well-deserved double-double. Kylie Folkwein’s 20 kills and 9 digs, along with Afton Roby’s 9 kills, 1 block, and 1 ace, added further depth to Fitch’s power-packed lineup. Izzy Direnzo’s defensive prowess shone through with 29 digs and 1 ace.

The victory sets a positive tone for Fitch as they gear up for conference play, with their first match against Warren Harding scheduled for Thursday.