Olivia Theis notches 500th career kill, leads Pieper over Churchill
The senior middle blocker notched 11 kills and four blocks to headline a dominant effort as the Warriors beat the Chargers in straight sets.
Olivia Theis achieved her 500th career kill and led Pieper to a 3-0 victory over Churchill in a non-district match on Tuesday, Sep. 1, 2026. The 25-18, 25-21, 25-21 win marked Pieper's third consecutive win. Theis, a senior middle blocker, contributed 11 kills and four blocks. Her dominant performance was supported by Reese Driffill and Emery Gingrich, who combined for 16 kills.
Theis, who plans to play at the University of Texas at Dallas next season, expressed her satisfaction with the accomplishment. Both teams displayed strong effort throughout the match, with Churchill fighting back in the second and third sets. Theis' performance was crucial in securing the win, as it was her 500th career kill.
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