Cypress Lake's game on Monday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Mariner Tritons, sneaking past 3-2. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 3-2 back in August.
Cypress Lake wouldn't go down easily and took Mariner into a fifth set where they got it done with a two-point win. The match finished with set scores of 25-10, 20-25, 22-25, 25-13, 15-13.
Avery Gulatta paced Cypress Lake's offense, picking up 17 kills. Gulatta got some help from Lilly Witz and her 31 assists. Finally, Brigitte Maillakakis kept Cypress Lake's defense grounded, leading the team with six blocks.
Despite the loss, Mariner still got an impressive performance from Rylie Moore, who had 17 aces and six digs. Moore is on a roll when it comes to aces, as she's now served eight or more in each of the last three games she's played. Janaira Rodriguez was another key player, getting ten kills, five digs, and two blocks.
Panthers
| 10/07/25 @ Mariner | 3-2 |
| 10/06/25 @ Riverdale | 0-3 |
| 10/02/25 vs South Fort Myers | 3-0 |
| 09/30/25 @ Bonita Springs | 0-3 |
| 09/24/25 vs Estero | 0-3 |
Cypress Lake's victory ended a four-match drought on the road and puts them at 9-10. As for Mariner, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-13 record this season.
Cypress Lake does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Mariner, they will welcome Bonita Springs at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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