Independence won the last time they faced Cuyahoga Heights, and Julia Jurkiewicz did her part to make sure it happened again. The Blue Devils were the clear victors by a 3-0 margin over the Red Wolves on Thursday for which the team can thank Jurkiewicz, who had eight aces and four digs. Jurkiewicz is also crushing it when it comes to assists: she's posted at least 13 every time she's taken the court this season.
Not only was the match a shutout, it was a big one: Independence took every set by at least 14 points. The final score came out to 25-6, 25-10, 25-11.
Independence was led to victory by Sofia Pichert and Madelyn Mudra. Pichert had ten digs and two assists, while Mudra had eight digs and one assist.
Independence was lethal from the service line and finished the game with 22 aces. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now served at least six aces in five consecutive matchups dating back to last season.
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| 08/28/25 - Away | 3-0 W |
| 10/08/24 - Away | 3-0 W |
| 09/12/24 - Home | 3-0 W |
| 09/28/23 - Away | 3-0 W |
| 09/05/23 - Home | 3-0 W |
| + 5 more games |
Independence now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Cuyahoga Heights, they are on a four-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Independence will challenge rival Beachwood at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Cuyahoga Heights is set to face off against their familiar foe Brooklyn at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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