Willow Glen was handed a three-set loss in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Thursday. They had just enough and edged out the Gilroy Mustangs 3-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Rams have posted since October 15, 2024.
Willow Glen was staring down a 2-1 deficit headed into the fourth set, but they rallied to take the next two for the win. The match finished with set scores of 23-25, 25-21, 21-25, 25-17, 15-11.
Despite the loss, Gilroy still got an impressive performance from Bella Gutierrez, who had 13 digs and five aces.

Rams
10/02/25 @ Gilroy | 3-2 |
09/16/25 @ Yerba Buena | 3-0 |
09/11/25 @ Hill | 3-0 |
09/08/25 @ Santa Teresa | 3-0 |
Willow Glen's victory was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 8-7. As for Gilroy, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-6 record this season.
Willow Glen will be playing at home against Hill at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Gilroy, they didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next match, a 2-0 defeat against Alisal on the 4th.
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