Pioneer took a three-set defeat the last time they faced off against Vela, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Diamondbacks won by a set and slipped past the Sabercats 3-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Diamondbacks have posted since August 31, 2024.
Pioneer was staring down a 2-1 deficit headed into the fourth set, but they rallied to take the next two for the win. Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-18, 22-25, 16-25, 25-22, 15-11.
Diamondbacks
| 08/19/25 @ Vela | 3-2 |
| 08/16/25 vs Southwest Legacy | 2-0 |
| 08/16/25 vs Rockport-Fulton | 2-0 |
The win was the third in a row for Pioneer, bringing their record up to 6-1. As for Vela, their loss dropped their record down to 2-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Pioneer will venture away from home to face off against Rio Grande City at 2:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Vela, they will head out to challenge John F. Kennedy at 8:20 p.m. on Thursday.
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