Southern Wayne took a three-set defeat the last time they faced off against Smithfield-Selma, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Saints had just enough and edged out the Spartans 3-2 on Wednesday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Saints have posted against the Spartans since October 6, 2022.
Southern Wayne took Smithfield-Selma into a fifth set where they got it done with a five-point win. The match finished with set scores of 23-25, 27-25, 25-18, 19-25, 15-10.
Southern Wayne found their leader in freshman Addison McPhail, who had eight digs, five aces, and one block. Lea Carachure was another key player, getting 15 digs.
Saints
| 10/01/25 vs Smithfield-Selma | 20 |
| 09/30/25 @ Northern Nash | 8 |
| 09/25/25 vs Rocky Mount | 14 |
| 09/23/25 @ Hunt | 5 |
| 09/18/25 vs Southern Nash | 3 |
| + 35 more games |
Southern Wayne was lethal from the service line and finished the match with 20 aces. That's the most aces they've posted since back in August of 2024.
Smithfield-Selma's loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Karmen Cyrus, who had 32 assists. Another player making a difference was Kaylie Gilyardi, who had 17 kills.
Southern Wayne's win bumped their record up to 3-16. As for Smithfield-Selma, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-13 record this season.
Southern Wayne wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next match, a 3-0 defeat against Fike on the 2nd. As for Smithfield-Selma, they have also already played their next matchup, a 3-0 loss against Fuquay - Varina on the 2nd.
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