Frederick was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They took a 3-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Governor Thomas Johnson Patriots. The Cadets were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Patriots apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in October of 2024.
Frederick came incredibly close to winning: the sets they lost were decided by three points or less. The match finished with set scores of 25-23, 21-25, 25-22, 25-23.

Kaniyah Ball
| 10/13/25 vs Governor Thomas Johnson | 4 |
| 10/09/25 vs Oakdale | 2 |
| 10/07/25 vs Tuscarora | 7 |
| 10/03/25 @ Brunswick | 7 |
| 09/29/25 @ South Hagerstown | 2 |
Despite the defeat, Frederick had strong showings from Kailyn Bryant, who had 33 digs and one assist, and Kaniyah Ball, who had 36 digs, 23 kills, and four aces. Ball is on a roll when it comes to aces, as she's now served two or more in each of the last five games she's played. Laila Green was another key player, getting seven aces and one block.
Frederick's loss dropped their record down to 2-8. As for Governor Thomas Johnson, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Looking ahead, Frederick will head out on the road to take on Boonsboro at 7:00 p.m. on the 21st. As for Governor Thomas Johnson, they will welcome Catoctin at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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