Boiceville – “This was a hard-fought match, and the girls battled back from behind on multiple occasions throughout the game,” said Bulldogs Head Coach Jenna Vairo. “They showcased incredible teamwork, resilience, and determination. Their grit and refusal to give up fueled an impressive comeback, and they showed what it is really like to be a part of a team. I am so proud of what they have been able to accomplish together this season.” The 7-9 Bulldogs pulled out an impressive win over the 4-13 Onteora Eagles in the quarterfinal round of the Section IX Class C volleyball playoffs. The Bulldogs and Eagles evenly split the match sets, 2-2, which led to a fifth and final set. In this set, the game is played to 15 points, and a team must either reach 15 or win by a margin of two points. The Bulldogs won the last set 15-7 to secure their spot in the semifinal round. Kearstin Knapp ended the game with 24 points, 6 aces, 4 kills, 17 assists, and 10 digs. Barbara Woss had 17 points, 3 aces, 7 kills, and 1 dig.

Alison McCarthy scored 2 points, 1 ace, 13 kills, 2 assists, 3 blocks, 4 digs, and

Abigail Saul had 8 points, 6 aces, 6 kills, 2 assists, and 1 dig.

In the second round of Sectionals, the Bulldogs came up short against the Millbrook Blazers, losing in three straight sets.