Joliet West lost to Joliet Catholic back in September of 2024, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Thursday. The Tigers walked away with a 2-0 win over the Hilltoppers. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Tigers.
Joliet West easily took the first set, but they let things get interesting in the other. The match finished with set scores of 25-13, 25-19.

Eden Eyassu
09/04/25 vs Joliet Catholic | 14 |
08/30/25 vs Yorkville | 13 |
08/30/25 vs Mother McAuley | 7 |
08/26/25 vs Lincoln-Way East | 10 |
08/25/25 vs Homewood-Flossmoor | 8 |
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Joliet West was led to victory by Eden Eyassu and Lexie Grevengoed. Eyassu had 14 digs and one assist, while Grevengoed had ten kills and seven digs. That's the most digs Eyassu has posted since back in September of 2024.
Despite the loss, Joliet Catholic still got an impressive performance from Maddie Samolis, who had 12 digs.
Joliet West's victory bumped their record up to 7-1. As for Joliet Catholic, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-4.
Coming up, Joliet West will square off against Lake Park at 4:45 p.m. on Friday. As for Joliet Catholic, they will challenge Lincoln-Way East at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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