Rabun Gap-Nacoochee suffered their biggest loss since August 15th on Tuesday. They lost 3-0 to the Asheville Christian Academy Lions. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Eagles of the 3-2 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2024.
Rabun Gap-Nacoochee took the loss but they managed to make steady progress, increasing their score in every set they played. The final score came out to 25-18, 25-20, 26-24.
Riese Kirkland
| 09/09/25 @ Asheville Christian Academy | 23 |
| 09/06/25 @ Cannon | 36 |
| 09/06/25 @ Providence Day | 54 |
| 09/05/25 @ Charlotte Latin | 30 |
| 09/02/25 vs Asheville School (Independent) | 35 |
| + 9 more games |
Despite the loss, Rabun Gap-Nacoochee saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Riese Kirkland had eight digs and three aces. Kirkland is also crushing it when it comes to assists: she's posted at least 16 every time she's taken the court this season. Zoe Killian also deserves some recognition as she posted her first assist of the season.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Asheville Christian Academy to victory, but perhaps none more so than Rachel Bass, who had 16 digs and one assist.
Rabun Gap-Nacoochee's defeat was their first in the region, dropping their region record down to 2-1 and their overall record down to 9-5. As for Asheville Christian Academy, the win keeps them at an undefeated 13-0.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Rabun Gap-Nacoochee will square off against Union County at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Asheville Christian Academy, they will take on Carolina Day at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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