Lady NetDawgs Triumph Over Vidalia in Thrilling Three-Set Match

Lyons, GA – September 11, 2024 | Coach Kristin Allen | Article by Coach Terry Goodwin

The Toombs County Lady NetDawgs volleyball team showcased their resilience and skill on Tuesday night, securing a hard-fought 3-set victory over rival Vidalia. The win improves their overall record to 4-10 and, more importantly, boosts their region standing to an impressive 4-3.

The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with Toombs County dropping the first set 13-25 before rallying back to dominate the second set 25-15. The Lady NetDawgs sealed their comeback in a nail-biting third set, emerging victorious with a 15-11 win.

Several players stepped up with standout performances. Senior Arianna Hill led the offensive charge with 5 kills, while also contributing 3 service points on 3 aces and adding a dig to her stat line. Madison Brown was a force from the service line, racking up 7 service points including an ace, and making her presence felt at the net with a crucial block.

Emma Wright proved to be a versatile asset for the team, notching 6 service points, 2 aces, and 3 assists. Alivia Patrick also made her mark on the match with 2 key kills.

Unfortunately, the scheduled match against McIntosh County Academy had to be postponed due to an injury to a McIntosh player. The teams are working to reschedule this important region matchup.

Looking ahead, the Lady NetDawgs face a busy week of volleyball action. They’ll host a home match on Monday, September 16, featuring both JV and Varsity squads. Tuesday sees them hit the road to take on Brantley County, again with both JV and Varsity teams in action. The week concludes with a trip to Savannah on Thursday, where they’ll face off against Savannah High and Vidalia in a tri-match.

As the season progresses, the Lady NetDawgs continue to show improvement and determination. With their region record now above .500, they’re positioning themselves as strong contenders in the playoff race. The Toombs County faithful can look forward to more exciting volleyball action in the coming weeks as the Lady NetDawgs strive to build on this momentum.

Go Dogs! BE A DOG!