Holbrook unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They came up short against the Payson Longhorns on Wednesday, falling 3-0. The Roadrunners haven't had much luck with the Longhorns recently, as the team has come up short the last eight times they've met.
The match finished with set scores of 25-14, 25-21, 25-5.
Payson was led to victory by Jenna Schinstock and Windsong Burdette. Schinstock had six digs and two aces, while Burdette had six digs. That's the most aces Schinstock has posted since back in October of 2024.
Payson's victory ended a three-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 10-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Holbrook will head out to take on Alchesay at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. This will be the Roadrunners' first chance to prove their worth in the conference. As for Payson, they will venture away from home to square off against Odyssey Institute at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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