Massachusetts High School Volleyball - Pioneer Valley Christian crushed by Lenox Memorial
September 10, 2024: Lenox, MA 01240
In Tuesday's non-league match, the Lenox Memorial Millionaires (Lenox, MA) volleyball squad prevailed the visiting Pioneer Valley Christian Eagles (Springfield, MA), by a count of 3-0.
Next up, the Millionaires battle the East Longmeadow Spartans (East Longmeadow, MA) in a Pioneer Valley - Southern match, on Thursday, September 12. Lenox Memorial will attempt to move on its 2-1 season record. The Spartans enter the match with a 1-2 record after their 3-1 non-league loss to Agawam (Agawam, MA).
The Eagles (0-2) will now prepare for their match against Chicopee (Chicopee, MA). The Pacers enter the non-league match with a 1-0 record. In their last match, Chicopee notched a victory over Easthampton/Hampshire (Easthampton, MA), 3-2, in a non-league match.
Match Summary
The Lenox Millionaires swept Pioneer Valley Christian Academy in their first home game of the season, claiming victory in straight sets with scores of 25-19, 25-9, and 25-18. Captains Kelsey Kirchner and Abby Winger led the charge, guiding Lenox to an impressive win under new head coach Stephanie Armstrong, who took over for former coach Steve Laurin.
It was a dominant night for middle hitters, as Kelsey Kirchner delivered a standout performance with 7 kills and 4 crucial blocks that halted Pioneer Valley’s momentum. Fellow middle hitter Charlie Keator contributed 3 kills, further solidifying Lenox’s front-line presence.
The Millionaires' success was also powered by their duo of setters, Etta Schnackenberg (10 assists) and Grace Julieano (8 assists), who efficiently spread the ball across the court. On the service line, Julieano added 4 aces, while Schnackenberg and senior hitter Hailey Armold each tallied 3 aces. Armold also chipped in with 3 kills, as did Schnackenberg, rounding o
