Volleyball Recap: Franklin Academy Takes a Loss + How To Watch

Franklin Academy extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 11 on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-7. They were a single set away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-2 heartbreaker at the hands of the Neuse Charter Cougars. The Patriots were not able to make up for their loss to the Cougars from their previous meeting back in September of 2022.

As for Neuse Charter, their victory bumped their record up to 3-4. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since September 6, 2024.

Sloane Smith was a one-woman wrecking crew as she had 13 digs and eight aces. That's the most digs she has posted over her last six matchups.

Franklin Academy has already played their next game, a 3-0 victory against American Leadership Academy-Johnston on the 29th. As for Neuse Charter, they will head out to square off against Voyager Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.