Volleyball Preview: Mid-Pacific Institute Owls vs. 'Iolani Raiders
Mid-Pacific Institute is 0-10 against 'Iolani since October of 2021 but things could change on Tuesday. The Mid-Pacific Institute Owls will look to defend their home court against the 'Iolani Raiders at 6:00 p.m.
Mid-Pacific Institute is coming in fresh off a high-stakes matchup with another one of Hawaii's top teams: Punahou, who was ranked fourth in their home state at the time (Mid-Pacific Institute was ranked tenth). Mid-Pacific Institute came up short against Punahou on Tuesday, falling 3-0. The Owls' defeat continues a trend for the squad, making it six in a row.
Meanwhile, 'Iolani waltzed into their matchup on Saturday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They walked away with a 2-0 victory over the Daisies.
'Iolani didn't let Hockaday take a single set, but it sure wasn't easy: every set was decided by three points or less. The match finished with set scores of 25-23, 27-25.
'Iolani got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Taimane Ainu'U out in front who had seven digs and 18 assists. The team also got some help courtesy of Hope Cacal, who had nine digs.
Mid-Pacific Institute's loss dropped their record down to 6-8. As for 'Iolani, their victory bumped their record up to 15-6.
Mid-Pacific Institute might still be hurting after the 3-0 defeat they got from 'Iolani in their previous matchup on September 7th. Will Mid-Pacific Institute have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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