Pinnacle Classical Academy was the 3-2 winner over Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy when they last played one another back in August of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Eagles fell just short of the Gryphons by a score of 3-2 on Monday. While the Eagles didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Gryphons 25-19 in the first set.
Pinnacle Classical Academy started the match hot and won the first two sets, but they struggled down the stretch and lost the last three. The match finished with set scores of 19-25, 14-25, 25-20, 25-13, 15-9.
Their offense was headlined by Julia Wellmon and Lily Wellmon, who picked up eight kills apiece. They got some help from Evie Harmon and her 11 assists. Finally, Iymani Coleman kept Pinnacle Classical Academy's defense grounded, leading the team with seven blocks.
Pinnacle Classical Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy, their victory ended a seven-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Pinnacle Classical Academy is headed away from home for the first time to challenge Challenger at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The matchup will give the Eagles their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy, they will face off against NCSSM: Morganton at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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