Flour Bluff volleyball sweeps Georgetown to advance to UIL State championship
Flour Bluff volleyball dominated the middle of each set in a 25-17, 25-22, 25-20 sweep of Georgetown, advancing to the UIL State championship match.
On Saturday, November 14, the Flour Bluff volleyball team claimed a 25-17, 25-22, and 25-20 victory over Georgetown in the Class 5A Division I state semifinals at Katy's Merrell Center. This impressive sweep places the Hornets on track for their second state championship appearance, following their triumph in 2024. Flour Bluff aims to replicate that success and will now face Highland Park in the Class 5A Division I state championship match on Saturday, November 21, at 1 p.m. at the Curtis Culwell Center in Garland.
The Hornets seized control of the match with a commanding first set win and continued their strong performance in the following games. After taking an early lead, they extended their lead with a 6-1 run in the third set. Nya White sealed the deal with a crucial kill, closing the set at 25-20. Emily Eggleston and Alyssa Thornton sealed the victory with back-to-back kills, securing the Hornets' spot in the state championship.
Throughout the match, Flour Bluff's defense proved formidable, particularly their blocking skills, which often thwarted Georgetown's attempts. The Eagles struggled against Flour Bluff's consistent blocking, and several block errors left them trailing. Despite these challenges, Georgetown put up a strong fight, finishing the season with a 44-6 record. The game serves as a continuation of Flour Bluff's impressive streak, as they have won 20 consecutive matches without dropping a set.
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