Athens took a three-set loss the last time they faced off against Gilman, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Bluejays came out on top in a nail-biter against the Pirates on Tuesday, sneaking past 2-1. This was payback for the Bluejays, who suffered a 3-0 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Sy'Rih Hartwig paced Athens' offense, picking up 11 kills. Hartwig got some help from Karly Eckert and her 14 assists. Eckert also made an impact serving: she shared the team lead in aces with Ayva Haehlke, racking up two apiece.
| 08/26/25 - Neutral | 2-1 W |
| 09/03/24 - Away | 0-3 L |
| 08/27/24 - Neutral | 0-2 L |
| 08/31/23 - Home | 3-1 W |
| 09/01/22 - Away | 3-1 W |
| 09/02/21 - Home | 3-1 W |
Athens' first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3.
Athens and Gilman will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next games. The next time the Bluejays see the court they'll take on Chequamegon at 7:00 p.m. on September 9. As for Gilman, their break will end when they face Abbotsford at 7:00 p.m. on September 11.
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