Volleyball Recap: Central Takes Loss Despite Strong Performances from Abigayle Rowland and Julianna Johnston

Central was the 2-0 winner over Columbus when they last played one another back in August of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Lions fell 2-0 to the Blue Devils on Tuesday. The game marked the first time this year in which the Lions were not able to get on the board.

While Central had to settle for second, they sure made a game of it, scoring at least 20 points in every set they played. The match finished with set scores of 25-20, 25-21.

Julianna Johnston and Abigayle Rowland certainly did their best on Tuesday to avoid the loss. Johnston had ten digs and two assists, while Rowland had ten assists and four digs.

Having lost for the first time this season, Central fell to 4-1. As for Columbus, they now have a winning record of 2-1.

Coincidentally, Central and Columbus will both be playing St. Anne-Pacelli the next time they take the court. The Lions will head out to face the Vikings at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, while the Blue Devils will play them later in the day, at 7:00 p.m.