Florida High School Volleyball - Admiral Farragut over Gibbs
September 23, 2025: St. Petersburg, FL 33710
In Tuesday's non-league challenge, the host Admiral Farragut BlueJackets volleyball team scored a 3-1 triumph over the Gibbs Gladiators.
The BlueJackets (6-4) will now prepare for their challenge against Saint Stephen's Episcopal (Bradenton, FL). The Falcons come into the non-league challenge with a 12-4 record. In their last challenge, Saint Stephen's Episcopal beat Out-of-Door Academy (Sarasota, FL), 3-2, in a non-league challenge.
Next, the Gladiators meet the Lakewood Spartans (St. Petersburg, FL) in a non-league challenge, on Thursday, September 25. Gibbs will attempt to advance on its 1-8 season record. The Spartans go into the game with a 0-10 record after their 3-0 non-league loss to Boca Ciega (Gulfport, FL).
Match Summary
Admiral Farragut BlueJackets Defeat Gibbs Gladiators 3-1 in Hard-Fought Non-Conference Clash
St. Petersburg, FL – September 23, 2025 – Admiral Farragut Academy secured a gritty 3-1 non-conference victory over the visiting Gibbs Gladiators on Tuesday night at home, improving their record to 7-4 on the season. The BlueJackets dominated three of four sets with strong serving -- 28 aces -- and efficient attacking, while fending off a resilient push from Gibbs in the second set.
Senior outside hitter Eloa Gebrin led all attackers with 12 kills on a blistering .333 hitting percentage, complemented by 3 blocks (including 2 solo) and 6 digs for a well-rounded performance. Sophomore middle Naomi McDowell added 10 kills and 3 blocks. Leila Bakken, a sophomore standout, orchestrated the offense with 18 assists and added 9 kills of her own, along with seven aces. Sophomore libero Rylie Costello anchored the defense with 16 digs and 22 serve receptions, preventing Gibbs from gaining traction.
