Central had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They came out on top against the Vernon Hills Cougars by a score of 2-0 on Thursday. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Rockets.
Central's not only won, but also showed off some consistency: keeping Vernon Hills between 18 and 20 points across their sets. The match finished with set scores of 25-20, 25-18.
Central had a senior duo take command as Brianna Gritzman had six digs and six aces and Sarah Jack had four aces and three digs. That's the most aces Gritzman has posted in her last 12 matches.
They weren't the only good server: Central was lethal from the service line and finished the game with 11 aces. They are 8-1 when they serve at least ten aces.
Central is on a roll lately: they've won 12 of their last 14 matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 28-8 record this season. As for Vernon Hills, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 22-14.
The two teams are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Central is on the road again on Tuesday to play Wheaton Academy at 6:00 p.m. As for Vernon Hills, a feisty cat fight will be fought when Cougars takes on Saint Viator at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. They will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Vernon Hills surely won't give up without a fight.
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