Georgia High School Volleyball - Stephens County can't hold off Monroe Area
September 19, 2023: Monroe, GA 30656 In Tuesday's league battle, the host Monroe Area Purple Hurricanes volleyball team scored a tight 2-1 triumph over the Stephens County Indians.
The Purple Hurricanes (16-13) will now prepare for their battle against Madison County (Danielsville, GA). The Red Raiders come into the non-league battle with a 14-11 record. In their last battle, Madison County nudged Cedar Shoals (Athens, GA), 2-0, in a league battle.
Next, the Indians clash with the Putnam County War Eagles (Eatonton, GA) in a non-league battle, on Thursday, September 21. Stephens County will attempt to advance on its 12-13 season record.
Match Summary
After dropping the first set, Monroe decreased serving and hitting errors and was able to get the win in three. Leaders included Connell and Pannell with 4 aces, Benson with 12 assist, Pannell and Connell with 11 digs/Arnold added 10. Phiel and Benson had 5 kills, while Cranford led with 6. Pannell had 10 receptions while Arnold had 2 blocks.