Texas High School Volleyball - Spruce Turner
September 1, 2023: Carrollton, TX 75006 In Friday's non-league battle, the host Turner Lions volleyball team scored a 2-0 triumph over the Spruce Timberwolves.
The Lions (8-8) will now prepare for their battle against Skyline (Dallas, TX). The Raiders come into the non-league battle with a 0-4 record.
Next, the Timberwolves encounter the West Mesquite Wranglers (Mesquite, TX) in a 5A Region II District 12 battle, on Friday, September 8. Spruce will attempt to advance on its 0-3 season record.
Match Summary
The Lady Lions came out to dominate in their 2nd game of the tournament. With great net presence by seniors Abby Douglas and Yadira Rodriguez, accompanied by swift defense on the back row by senior Lia Diaz, the Lions quickly pulled ahead and took the first set 25-15. In the second set, freshmen Alondra Barcenas came out on fire, winning the first 11 points off of serves, putting the Wolves in a frenzy. Hits by senior Dylann Barnwell and junior Addison Derrick, along with well placed sets by junior Leila Farda and freshmen Alondra Barcenas, led to a huge victory over the Spruce wovles, 25-6.