Volleyball Recap: St. Petersburg Catholic Falls to Saint Stephen's Episcopal in First Game of Season + How To Watch

St. Petersburg Catholic had to start their season on the road on Wednesday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They lost 3-0 to the Saint Stephen's Episcopal Falcons. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it five in a row.

Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-20, 25-16, 25-19.

Kaleigh Olson paced St. Petersburg Catholic's offense, picking up eight kills. Olson got some help from Abigail Parker and her nine assists. Claire Althoff controlled things from the service line, finishing with two aces.

Saint Stephen's Episcopal was led to victory by Ava Varga and Sophia Ierulli. Varga had 14 digs and two assists, while Ierulli hit 62.5% for five kills and ten digs, three blocks, and two aces. That's the most assists Varga has posted since back in September of 2024.

Looking ahead, St. Petersburg Catholic will be defending their home court for the first time this season when they go up against Bell Creek Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Saint Stephen's Episcopal, they wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next contest, a 3-0 win against Palmetto on the 21st.