Eureka unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They came up short against the Cor Jesu Academy Chargers on Wednesday, falling 3-0. Wildcats fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team has lost against the Chargers since Wednesday.
The defeat didn't mean the game wasn't competitive: Cor Jesu Academy scored at least 20 points in every set. The final score came out to 25-21, 25-21, 25-20.
Caroline Tenholder paced Eureka's offense, picking up seven kills. Tenholder were helped by Shelbi Mead and Audrey Hackney, who contributed nine assists each. Hackney was also solid from the service line: she led the team with four aces.
Cor Jesu Academy's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Cece Yehling led the charge by getting five digs and two aces. That's the most digs Yehling has posted since back in September of 2024. Another player making a difference was Avery Finney, who had eight assists and five digs.
Cor Jesu Academy has started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Eureka will venture away from home to square off against Parkway West at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Cor Jesu Academy, they will head out to challenge Marquette at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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