Volleyball Recap: Derby Takes a Loss + How To Watch

By Team Reports Oct 18, 2025, 9:44am

Volleyball Recap: Derby Red Raiders vs. Wilby Wildcats

HOW TO WATCH: This match can be replayed on the NFHS Network, the official streaming partner of the CT Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC) & Derby High School. Watch Full Replay

Derby lost against Wilby back in September and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Red Raiders came up short against the Wildcats, falling 3-0.

Derby took the loss but they managed to make steady progress, increasing their score in every set they played. The match finished with set scores of 25-17, 25-22, 30-28.

Despite the loss, Derby saw an underclassman step up: freshman Emely Gutarra had 11 digs.

Derby has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-11 record this season. As for Wilby, their win ended a four-match drought on the road and puts them at 7-10.

Derby didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next match, a 3-1 defeat against Seymour on the 17th. As for Wilby, they will square off against Ansonia at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.

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