Knights ‘battle’ Wahluke for on-the-road win
Michelle Woodward (12) of the Knights serves the ball to the Wahluke Warriors. The Knights defeated the Warriors 3-0 on Thursday.
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The Wahluke Warriors’ Aliah Valencia prepares for the Knights next serve. The Warriors jumped out to a 9-0 lead in the first set. Head Coach Monica Cortez said she is proud of how her team makes their opponents earn their points.
The Knights’ Avarie Hill (7) hits the ball back over the net during a rally against the Wahluke Warriors. Head Coach Lisa Lawrence said Hill’s hitting was a key factor in their victory on Thursday.
The Knights’ Evelyn Acencio-Beltran (4), Ava Lawrence (6) and Madyn Smith (3) celebrate after scoring a point against the Wahluke Warriors. Head Coach Lisa Lawrence said her team played with a lot of heart.
The Knights’ bench cheers for their team after scoring a point against the Wahluke Warriors on Thursday. Head Coach Lisa Lawrence said their defense was strong at the net.
The Wahluke Warriors’ Kathy Veloz (10) awaits the Knights next serve. Head Coach Monica Cortez said her team has shown growth in mental toughness and has done all of the little things necessary to build a program.
MATTAWA – On Thursday, the Royal Knights went into enemy territory and defeated the Wahluke Warriors in a competitive 3-0 game. Knights head coach Lisa Lawrence said her team battled to the very end.
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