Robinson was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They were a single set away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-2 heartbreaker at the hands of the Sickles Gryphons. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Knights of the 2-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2024.
Robinson started the match hot and won the first two sets, but they struggled down the stretch and lost the last three. The final score came out to 19-25, 22-25, 25-14, 25-21, 15-11.
Evelyn Donovan paced Robinson's offense, picking up 11 kills. Donovan got some help from Emerson Flynn and her 23 assists. Flynn also made an impact serving: she shared the team lead in aces with Torrey Page, racking up three apiece.
Leading Sickles to victory were Gabbi Colmenares-Salas and Ava Montagna. Colmenares-Salas had 21 digs and two aces, while Montagna had nine digs and two aces. Colmenares-Salas is crushing it when it comes to digs: she's had at least 15 every time she's taken the court this season.
Robinson's defeat dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Sickles, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
Looking ahead, Robinson is taking a road trip to challenge Steinbrenner at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Sickles, they will host Bloomingdale at 7:30 p.m. on Monday.
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