Olympus 3, Union 2
An emotional day got here with an emotional win as Olympus persevered in opposition to the defending 3A champion Cougars after 5 units. Union took the primary level, and after a comeback from Olympus, the Cougars appeared primed to take over with a blowout set level within the third. The Titans rallied to drive a fifth set and received by the slimmest of margins.
Olympus devoted the win to the grandmother of senior exterior hitter Allison Clark, who just lately handed away. Clark began the sport after attending the funeral earlier that day, arriving simply earlier than the varsity begin time.
“We knew that Union was going to be a tricky staff coming in. We took awhile to get going however began to enhance as we trusted each other,” Olympus coach Preston Rosander mentioned.
Clearfield 3, Bonneville 2
For the second time in as many video games, Clearfield went the total 5 units with their opponent, Bonneville on this case, earlier than claiming the win. The Lakers received the early lead and took the fourth set afterward to drive a fifth, then Clearfield ran away within the final body with a 15-8 set level.
“We had some youthful gamers actually step up and play a giant function in our win tonight. We're able to get again within the fitness center and proceed discovering methods to get higher as a staff. Our youthful women are actually stepping up and taking part in huge roles in varsity,” Clearfield coach Brooke Pehrson mentioned.
Northridge 3, Fremont 0
Northridge prevailed convincingly over an outdated Area 1 foe with a sweep of Fremont. Regardless of claiming the primary set in straightforward style, Fremont gave the Knights all they might deal with the remainder of the match however got here away with zero.
“It was a very good win to get underneath our belt! At instances, we needed to grind, and early within the season, that's typically the most effective factor to your staff. A few of our key contributors are beginning to really feel snug of their roles! And tonight lastly began to excel,” Northridge coach Mitchell Stevens mentioned.
Kearns 3, Logan 2
Kearns got here away with a large comeback to seal the win in 5 units at house in opposition to Logan. After a dominant first set, the Cougars struggled and gave up a 2-1 result in the Grizzlies. After an intense fourth set, the Cougars raced away for the win.
“Paris Tuaumu led the staff with varied digs and repair factors. Maliyah Toone and Lealofi Talia responded with constant assaults that led to many kills. It was a staff effort from everybody concerned for the Kearns Cougars,” Kearns coach Jon Diaz mentioned.
Wendover 3, Windfall Corridor 1
Wendover had Windfall Corridor on the ropes with a 2-0 benefit earlier than the Patriots fought again with a dominant third set. The Wildcats recovered shortly and eked out the fourth set to say the win.
“We began off sturdy and had a very good lead, however their gamers did a very good job at choosing on us, so it turned a psychological recreation within the third set, however fortunately we had been capable of over come it and end with a win,” Wendover coach Lidia Delgadillo mentioned.
Manti 3, Payson 0
Manti prevailed convincingly over Payson in a sweep to maneuver to 3-0. The Templars have misplaced just one set to date this season as coach Aaron Smith improves on his second 12 months of teaching.
“The ladies performed at 100% all recreation and stayed disciplined in our system. The rating took care of itself,” Smith mentioned.
Orem 3, Crimson Cliffs 1
Not a single set on this match was received by greater than 4 factors, however Orem got here away with the win handy Crimson Cliffs its first loss and transfer to 2-0.
“It is a younger staff, and we're slowly studying learn how to work as a staff and that everybody has a task to play throughout the staff. Crimson Cliffs is a tricky staff, and we talked so much about specializing in controlling the issues we are able to management. We struggled with discovering our recreation earlier on, however we had been capable of handle a few of our unforced errors, serving powerful and taking part in powerful protection. I’m pleased with them and hope they'll see potential in the event that they hold understanding. We've pure leaders on the court docket, and we hope to proceed to construct and work arduous,” Orem coach Invoice Sefita mentioned.
Decide Memorial 3, East 0
3A Decide Memorial moved to 2-0 on the season with a sweep of 5A East, the Bulldogs’ second win over a faculty 4A or bigger. The Leopards saved it shut within the first two units, however Decide took the final level convincingly.
“I'm very pleased with how the ladies carried out tonight. We used the momentum from our Tuesday win and capitalized on our protection tonight. The ladies had been scrappy and targeted. This was a win for our Decide household,” Decide coach Taylor Gustafson mentioned.