CHERRYVALE — An undermanned Humboldt High volleyball team took to the road for a doubleheader Tuesday against host Cherryvale High and Eureka High.
But while the Lady Cubs lost both matches, several players stepped up in a tough situation, according to their head coach.
Humboldt lost 25-16, 25-22 to the host Chargers and fell 25-23, 25-12 to Eureka.
“I am very proud of this group of girls,” Humboldt head coach Stephanie Splechter said. “Our setter is injured and they had to step up.”
As a result, Branna Kline and Sheri Middleton shared setting duties in the first match. Kline handled all of the duties in the second.
“It was a first for both,” Splechter said. “The rest of the team had their backs and played their hearts out.”
Against Cherryvale, Middleton had 10 points, six kills, four blocks and an assist. Kayle Riebel followed with eight points, five kills and two digs. Kline had 10 assists, two kills and three points overall. Haley Riebel had one point — an ace — and three digs. Delaney Umholtz and Rachel Taylor had one and two digs, respectively.
Against Eureka, Middleton had six points, including four kills, two blocks and three assists. Kline registerd five points, two aces, three serves and five assists. Kayle Riebel had four points, an ace, two kills and an assist. Taylor provided five digs and two points. Umholtz had one point from an ace and three digs. Haley Riebel had a set assist.
The Lady Cubs are home next Tuesday to take on Burlington and Fredonia.
Lady Cubs drop matches
