Thunderbird unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They lost 3-0 to the Flagstaff Eagles on Wednesday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Titans have suffered against the Eagles since October 6, 2015.
Thunderbird took the loss but they managed to make steady progress, increasing their score in every set they played. The final score came out to 25-12, 25-15, 25-19.

Ema-Lee Burke
08/27/25 vs Flagstaff | 13 |
11/12/24 vs Estrella Foothills | 21 |
11/07/24 vs Eastmark | 19 |
When it comes to explaining why Thunderbird lost, don't look at Ema-Lee Burke. Despite the final result, she had 13 digs and two assists. Burke has been hot recently, having posted 13 or more digs the last three times she's played.
Coming up, Thunderbird is taking a road trip to square off against Eastmark at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Flagstaff, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Arcadia at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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