After leading from start to finish in the first set, the Bulldogs overcame a 5-point deficit late in the second set, and cruised to a third-set victory over the Knights to complete the 25-20, 25-19, 25-17 sweep.
Author: Christal Gotimer
Christal Gotimer
Christal Gotimer is a biomedical engineer at VB Spine in Leesburg. She plays, referees, and coaches volleyball and loves watching and following volleyball at all levels. She has a passion for sports and enjoys supporting local high school student athletes.
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After commanding the majority of the first set, Heritage fell behind in both the second and the third sets. The Pride relied on their senior leadership and mental fortitude to push through and complete the 25-21, 25-23, 25-22 sweep.
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