South Carolina High School Volleyball - Darlington over Crestwood
September 19, 2024: Darlington, SC 29532 In Thursday's league challenge, the host Darlington Falcons volleyball team scored a 3-0 victory over the Crestwood Knights.
The Falcons (5-3) will now prepare for their challenge against Wilson (Florence, SC). The Tigers enter the AAAA Region 5 challenge with a 10-5 record. In their last challenge, Wilson was beaten by Myrtle Beach (Myrtle Beach, SC), 3-2, in a non-league challenge.
Next, the Knights meet the Lakewood Gators (Sumter, SC) in a AAAA Region 5 challenge, on Tuesday, September 24. Crestwood will attempt to upgrade on its 2-11 season record. The Gators enter the challenge with a 0-6 record after their 3-0 league loss to Hartsville (Hartsville, SC).
Match Summary
Darlington entered the match on a two game losing steak but found some rhythm in their passing and serving game to put pressure on the opponent. Darlington was able to use their free ball defense to set up our middles and outsides for a 3 set win. Crestwood kept it close with scrappy team defense and tall girls up front. Darlington plays Wilson at home next while Crestwood plays home vs Lakewood.