Tree of Life Christian and Newark Catholic squared off in some playoff action on Thursday, but Tree of Life Christian had to settle for second. They came up short against the Green Wave, falling 3-0. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Trojans have suffered since September 18th.
Autumn Sanders paced Tree of Life Christian's offense, picking up seven kills. Sanders got some help from Megan Donnally and her nine assists.
Newark Catholic got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Veronica Bailey out in front who had 12 digs and two aces. That's the most digs Bailey has posted over her last six contests. Christiana Scarsella was another key player, getting four digs and four aces.

Trojans
| 10/23/25 vs Newark Catholic | 0-3 |
| 10/21/25 @ Elgin | 3-2 |
| 10/18/25 vs Columbus School for Girls | 3-0 |
| 10/15/25 vs East Knox | 3-1 |
| 10/09/25 vs Northside Christian | 3-2 |
Tree of Life Christian moved to 17-9 with that defeat, which also ended their nine-match winning streak. As for Newark Catholic, the win keeps them at an undefeated 23-0.
Tree of Life Christian does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Newark Catholic, after both having extra time off, they and Shenandoah will shake off the cobwebs and hit the court against one another at 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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