Cedar Valley lost against Lehi back in August of 2024, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The Aviators took a 3-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Pioneers. While the Aviators didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Pioneers 25-20 in the first set.
Cedar Valley started the match hot and won the first set, but they struggled down the stretch and lost the last three. The match finished with set scores of 20-25, 25-19, 25-16, 25-19.
Their offense was headlined by Isabel Levorsen and Brinley Mcclellan, who picked up nine kills apiece. They got some help from Delaney Hall and her seven assists. Finally, Liviena Wolfgramm kept Cedar Valley's defense grounded, leading the team with four blocks.
Lehi got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Paige Wakumoto out in front who had 22 digs and three aces. Wakumoto has been hot recently, having posted 18 or more digs the last four times she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Aftyn Hurst, who had four digs and three aces.
Cedar Valley has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-5 record this season. As for Lehi, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Cedar Valley will take on Mountain Ridge at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Lehi, they will square off against Hillcrest at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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