It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Athens had no problem doing just that on Thursday. They walked away with a 3-1 victory over the Pepin/Alma Eagles. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Bluejays.
Athens can attribute much of their success to Vanessa Espinoza, who had 13 digs and two aces.
| 10/23/25 vs Alma | 17 |
| 10/23/25 vs Pepin/Alma | 19 |
| 09/20/25 @ Auburndale | 3 |
| 09/20/25 vs Manawa | 9 |
| 09/13/25 vs Wausau West | 3 |
| + 17 more games |
Espinoza wasn't the only good servers: Athens was lethal from the service line and finished the match with 19 aces. That's the most aces they've posted since back in October of 2024.
Athens' win bumped their record up to 12-19. As for Pepin/Alma, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 12-14 record this season.
Athens will square off against Newman Catholic on Saturday. Pepin/Alma does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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