Volleyball Recap: Roma Takes a Loss

Roma was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat dating back to last season. They took a 2-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Edcouch-Elsa Yellowjackets. The Gladiators were not able to make up for their loss to the Yellowjackets from their previous meeting back in August of 2024.

Edcouch-Elsa's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Timara Leal, who had five aces and four digs. That's the most aces Leal has posted since back in August of 2024.

Roma's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Edcouch-Elsa, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 3-2.

Roma and Edcouch-Elsa will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Gladiators will face off against rival Mission Veterans Memorial at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Edcouch-Elsa is set to square off against their familiar foe Donna North at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.