McClave had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Fleming Wildcats 3-2. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Cardinals.
McClave got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Yesenia Almanza out in front who had 18 digs.
McClave kept the net locked down and finished the game with 17 blocks. That's the most blocks they've posted since the start of last season.
When it comes to explaining why Fleming lost on Saturday, don't look at Brooke Schaefer. Despite the final result, she had 17 digs and two aces. Schaefer is on a roll when it comes to digs, as she's now had 17 or more in the last three games she's played.
McClave is on a roll lately: they've won 14 of their last 15 contests, which provided a nice bump to their 23-6 record this season. As for Fleming, the loss snapped their winning streak at four games and leaves them with a 21-6 record.
McClave didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next match, a 3-1 win against Merino on the 16th. Fleming does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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