It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Oakbrook Prep had no problem doing just that on Saturday. They had just enough and edged out the Andrew Jackson Academy Warriors 2-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Knights have posted since October 18, 2024.
When it comes to explaining why Andrew Jackson Academy lost, don't look at McKinnley Beard. Despite the final result, she had 25 kills, seven digs, three aces, and one block. Beard is on a roll when it comes to kills, as she's now had five or more in each of the last 13 games she's played. Another player making a difference was Bella Carrigg, who had 34 assists and two aces.
Oakbrook Prep has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-9-1 record this season. As for Andrew Jackson Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 27-9.
As of now, neither Oakbrook Prep nor the Warriors have any future games scheduled.
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