Staples had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They walked away with a 3-1 victory over the Shelton Gaels on Friday. That's more bragging rights for the Wreckers, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-15, 23-25, 25-17, 25-9.
Several Gaels players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Emmy Reilly, who had 12 digs and one block. Reilly is also crushing it when it comes to assists: she's posted at least 15 every time she's taken the court this season. Avery Wheeler was another key player, getting 14 digs and five aces.
Shelton now has a losing record of 1-2.
Staples will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against New Canaan at 4:00 p.m. on the 16th. As for Shelton, they will take on Hillhouse at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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