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After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Sacred Heart Prep, Menlo School was happy to have turned things around on Tuesday. Everything went their way against the Crystal Springs Uplands Gryphons as they made off with a 3-0 win. The Knights not only won on Tuesday, but they posted their biggest win since November 2, 2024 (when they won 3-0).
Menlo School was especially dominant in the third set. The final score came out to 25-17, 25-19, 25-13.
Menlo School's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Jamie Johnson led the charge by getting six digs and six aces. What's more, Johnson racked up 22 assists, the most she's had since back in November of 2024. Mia Bowers also deserves some recognition as she had her first digs of the season.
They weren't the only good server: Menlo School was lethal from the service line and finished the game with 11 aces. That's the most aces they've managed all season.
Menlo School's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-9. As for Crystal Springs Uplands, their loss ended a four-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 4-3.
Menlo School didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next match, a 3-0 win against Mercy on the 18th. As for Crystal Springs Uplands, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Notre Dame at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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