Volleyball Recap: Dynamic Duo of Grace Thigpen and Makenzie Valentine Lead Daphne to Victory

After losing to Arab the last time they met, Daphne decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Trojans came out on top against the Knights by a score of 2-0 on Friday. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Trojans.

Makenzie Valentine

Digs

10/10/25 vs Arab	12
10/10/25 vs Baldwin County	7
10/08/25 vs Fairhope	4
10/08/25 vs Baldwin County	7
10/06/25 vs West Florida	1
+ 20 more games

Daphne was led to victory by Makenzie Valentine and Grace Thigpen. Valentine had 12 digs and two aces, while Thigpen had four digs and two aces. That's the most digs Valentine has posted since back in September.

Arab's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Kayden Gronczniak, who had nine digs and two assists, and Lela Hipp, who had six assists.

Daphne's record now sits at 30-17. As for Arab, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 25-24 record this season.

Coincidentally, Daphne and Arab will both be playing Vestavia Hills the next time they take the court. The Knights will head out to face the Rebels at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, while the Trojans will head out to face them at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday.