Volleyball Recap: Gracie Simmons' Big Game Can't Quite Lead Charlotte over Brackett + How To Watch

Charlotte was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were a single set away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-2 heartbreaker at the hands of the Brackett Tigers. The Trojans were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tigers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in October of 2024.

Charlotte wouldn't go down easily and took Brackett into a fifth set but they suffered a heartbreaking six-point loss. The final score came out to 25-22, 21-25, 20-25, 25-20, 15-9.

Charlotte lost despite a true team effort on offense. The best among them was Gracie Simmons, who had nine kills, seven aces, four digs, and two blocks. Another player making a difference was Marissa Ramos, who had seven aces and five digs.

Charlotte's loss dropped their record down to 3-10. As for Brackett, their victory ended a six-match drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-7.

We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Charlotte is set to challenge their familiar foe Sabinal at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Brackett will square off against rival Stacey at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.