Englewood took a three-set defeat the last time they faced off against Parker, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Rams had just enough and edged out the Braves 3-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Rams have posted against the Braves since September 24, 2019.
It was an exciting match in which no team won back-to-back sets, but at the end of the day Englewood got the one that really mattered. The match finished with set scores of 25-23, 17-25, 25-21, 20-25, 16-14.
Englewood found their leader in sophomore Phoenix Kimura, who had 21 digs and five aces. Those 21 digs set a new season-high mark for Kimura.
Rams
| 09/15/25 @ Parker | 20 |
| 09/11/25 vs Riverside | 19 |
| 09/03/25 vs Westside | 8 |
| 08/26/25 @ Sandalwood | 5 |
| 10/15/24 vs Beachside | 1 |
| + 6 more games |
Englewood was lethal from the service line and finished the game with 20 aces. That's the most aces they've posted since back in September of 2024.
Englewood now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Parker, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-5 record this season.
Englewood will square off against Paxon School For Advanced Studies at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Parker, they will face off against KIPP Bold City at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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