Ashley Cabrera goes for the **** versus Episcopal in the Alexandria City championships.
Bishop Ireton’s volleyball team posted a statement win over the Washington Post’s 7th ranked squad, the defending WCAC champion Good Counsel Falcons in Fr. George Godley Gym on Wednesday. The Cardinals had not beaten the Olney school since a 3-2 win over the Falcons in 2003. With the win, Ireton improved to 7-2 on the year and evened their WCAC record at 2-2.
“It was strong, confident play by the team and a sense that they were able to ‘take care of business’ by our veteran players.” said Coach Kathy Gutmann, who posted her first win over the defending champs. “It was one of the most exciting matches we have played here in my tenure and I was thrilled to be part of it!”
Gutmann pointed out that Sarah Hersey, Brittany Fisher, and the Cabrera sisters, Ashley and Stephanie, combined for 55 points after serves for Bishop Ireton. Senior Emileigh Rettig had a strong game at her outside hitter position, scoring 16 kills with only one error, while Fisher added 5 kills. Kristen Becht and Rettig combined for 37 digs on the evening for Ireton, putting the redbirds in a great position to set the tempo for the match.
After falling 25-17 in the first game, Good Counsel rallied to challenge Ireton in the second set from the start. It was a close game throughout, with Ireton showing poise and confidence in pulling away as the match hit 20 to gain the win, 25-22 in the second game.
Perhaps smelling an upset, the Cardinals pressed their attack and built an early lead that appeared to sap the energy from the surprised visitors. As the Cardinals rolled toward the final 25-18 finale, the noise from the crowd told the story.
Bishop Ireton heads to Elizabeth Seton Monday for a date with the Roadrunners in Bladensburg, Maryland.
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