On Thursday, September 26, the Garrard County girls' volleyball team faced off against Danville, securing a decisive 3-0 win on the road. 

The match ended with set scores of 25-17, 25-21, and 25-16, as Garrard County maintained a dominant performance throughout all three sets. This victory highlights their well-rounded team effort, both offensively and defensively, and adds to their solid season performance.

McKenzie Martin (#7) emerged as the top performer for the Lady Lions, leading the team with 12 kills and contributing 3 service aces. Her efforts were crucial in maintaining the offensive pressure throughout the match. Martin also added 1 block and 3 digs, further showcasing her all-around capabilities on the court.

MaKenna Allen (#10) was another key player, contributing 5 kills and making a significant impact defensively with 11 digs. Her ability to transition from defense to offense proved vital in controlling the pace of the game.

Madilyn Combs (#25) also had an outstanding match, recording 10 kills and demonstrating her defensive prowess with 12 digs. Combs, along with Martin and Allen, anchored Garrard County's front-row attack, which consistently outperformed Danville’s defense.

On the defensive side, Hannah Fuller (#18) excelled with 28 digs, a notable contribution that helped Garrard County stay ahead in long rallies and maintain their lead throughout the match. Fuller’s consistent passing and court coverage kept Danville's attackers in check.

Jerrica Mullins (#30) also played a pivotal role in defense with 14 digs, while Kayley Board (#19) added 6 digs and a kill to round out her contributions. The defensive unit collectively recorded 55 digs, ensuring that Danville had few opportunities for sustained offensive pressure.

Service aces were a key factor in the victory, with the team collectively recording 12. Besides Martin’s 3 aces, Madilyn Combs and Hannah Fuller both contributed 3 and 2 aces, respectively, helping to disrupt Danville’s serve-receive game and generate easy scoring opportunities for Garrard County.

In terms of blocking, McKenzie Martin recorded the only solo block of the match, with the team adding 1 total block, showcasing a defense that focused more on digs and covering the floor.

The team played a total of 34 sets. They recorded 34 kills, 30 assists, 55 digs, 12 service aces, and a total of 1 block, with 1 of those blocks being a solo block.

The Lady Lions will look to carry this momentum into their upcoming matches, building on their strong teamwork and individual efforts as they continue their pursuit of success in the 2024 season.