Volleyball Recap: Marie Philip Starts Season with Victory Against Rhode Island School for the Deaf

Marie Philip had to kick off their season on the road on Wednesday, but they showed no ill effects. They were the clear victors by a 3-0 margin over Rhode Island School for the Deaf. The win continues a trend for the Galloping Ghosts in their matchups with Rhode Island School for the Deaf: they've now won three in a row.

Not only was the match a shutout, it was a big one: Marie Philip took every set by at least 14 points. Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-8, 25-8, 25-11.

Kai Gabriel

Serving Aces (Career)

09/24/25 @ Rhode Island School for the Deaf	14
10/25/24 vs Varsity Opponent	11
09/19/24 vs American School for the Deaf	8
10/02/24 vs Eagle Hill	7
10/04/24 @ American School for the Deaf	6

Marie Philip's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Kai Gabriel led the charge by getting 14 aces. Those 14 aces gave Gabriel a new career-high. Vanessa Danoue was another key player, getting 14 aces.

Rhode Island School for the Deaf's loss dropped their record down to 0-2.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Marie Philip will take on Bancroft at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday. As for Rhode Island School for the Deaf, they will face off against Illinois School for the Deaf at 5:15 p.m. on Saturday.