Volleyball Recap: South Iredell Comes Up Short + How To Watch

By Team Reports Aug 27, 2025, 8:19am

Volleyball Recap: South Iredell Vikings vs. Alexander Central Cougars

HOW TO WATCH: This match will be replayed on the NFHS Network, the official streaming partner of the NC High School Athletic Assn. (NCHSAA) & Alexander Central High School. Watch Full Replay

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South Iredell managed to slip by Alexander Central the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Vikings came up short against the Cougars on Tuesday, falling 3-0. The Vikings were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cougars apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in August of 2024.

Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-14, 25-19, 25-18.

Alexander Central found their leader in sophomore Gemma Benton, who had five aces and five assists. Those five aces set a new season-high mark for Benton.

Vikings

Previous 5 Games

08/26/25 @ Alexander Central0-3
08/25/25 vs North Mecklenburg3-1
08/21/25 vs Weddington3-1
08/18/25 @ West Rowan3-1
08/16/25 vs Cornerstone Charter1-2

South Iredell moved to 5-5 with that loss, which also ended their three-game winning streak. As for Alexander Central, the win keeps them at an undefeated 6-0.

Looking ahead, South Iredell will host South Caldwell at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Alexander Central, they will square off against Maiden at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.

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