Adams Central faced Holdrege in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Thursday. The Patriots had just enough and edged out the Dusters 3-2. That's the third time they've managed to beat them this season, with their most recent victory being a 2-1 win last Saturday.
Adams Central took Holdrege into a fifth set where they got it done with a two-point win. The match finished with set scores of 25-19, 27-25, 17-25, 24-26, 20-18.
Brynn Smith
| 09/20/25 vs Centennial | 7 |
| 10/03/25 @ Bridgeport | 7 |
| 08/30/25 vs Twin River | 8 |
| 09/20/25 @ Laurel-Concord-Coleridge | 9 |
| 09/20/25 @ Nebraska Christian | 10 |
Adams Central found their leader in sophomore Brynn Smith, who had 36 assists and ten digs. Those 36 assists set a new season-high mark for Smith.
Despite the loss, Holdrege still got an impressive performance from Ellie Pelster, who had 29 digs and two assists.
Adams Central has been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 18-7 record this season. As for Holdrege, their loss dropped their record down to 16-5.
Looking ahead, Adams Central will look to defend their home court on Thursday against Seward at 7:00 p.m. As for Holdrege, they will head out on the road to square off against Gothenburg at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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