The Conwell-Egan Catholic (CEC) Eagles secured another Catholic League win, defeating Neumann-Goretti in four sets (23–25, 25–17, 25–20, 26–24).

The Eagles dropped the opening frame but quickly regrouped, showing poise and balanced play to claim the next three sets. Despite missing starting outside hitter #20 Alia Schmidt, the team stepped up across the board.

Notable Performances

#11 Alaira Vecchione – Filled the outside hitter role with 14 attacks, 5 kills, 4 assists, 23 digs, 19 serves, and 3 aces, providing steady two-way play.

#9 Olivia Barber – Added 1 kill and 2 aces, bringing energy at key moments.

#3 Celeste Kinney – Directed the offense with 11 assists, 6 digs, 17 serves, and 1 ace.

#26 Emily Geyer – Earned MVP honors for her commanding presence at the net, highlighted by a crucial block that swung momentum late in the match.

#1 Hannah Ross – Led the attack with 42 swings, 11 kills, 1 block, 1 assist, 18 digs, and 2 aces.

#16 Lucie Grodzki – Contributed 3 digs off the bench.

#13 Mary Aileo – Strong in the middle with 1 block, 1 assist, and 1 dig.

#8 Olivia Grbas – Anchored the back row with 2 assists, 10 digs, and 15 serve-receives.

#10 Sophia Lodise – Delivered a powerful all-around effort with 39 attacks, 18 kills, 9 assists, 3 digs, and 4 aces.

Head Coach Sori Perezpraised the team’s adaptability: “Missing a key starter can rattle any lineup, but our players embraced the challenge and executed. The composure and fight they showed in sets three and four made the difference.”