The women’s volleyball team faced off against Antelope Valley College at the South Gym on Sept. 25, with the Marauders securing a narrow 3-2 victory over the Brahmas.
The evening began with a challenging start for the Brahmas, as Antelope Valley won the first two sets with scores of 25-16. Despite the early setback, the Brahmas demonstrated resilience and determination, according to Sports Information Specialist Jose Quevedo.
“The team had a resilient performance even though they didn’t grab the win, they were able to come back from two sets down and force a final set,” Quevedo said. “It showed that they didn’t give up and could gain momentum when the odds weren’t in their favor.”
The Brahmas’ comeback came in the third set, which Pierce won 25-23. The intensity of the game continued into the fourth set, with the Brahmas maintaining their energy and focus and winning with a score of 25-20. This pushed the match into a decisive fifth set.
However, despite their efforts, the Brahmas fell short in the fifth set. The final set saw Antelope Valley edging out the Brahmas 15-8, concluding the match with a victory for the Marauders.
Reflecting on the match, Pierce Team Captain Adriana Luna shared her thoughts on the factors that contributed to having a comeback during the third set.
“I think what led to our success and that comeback was being able to let go of the past and not let the past define us.” Luna said. “And remember that we can create a plan and we can always change things at the end of the day. It’s never too late to change your mindset.”
Additionally, she pointed out the importance of perspective in evaluating their performance.
“There’s a difference between a bad loss and a good loss,” Luna said. “I think this was one of our good losses, and we were able to see that we could execute quicker plays.”
Pierce Athletic Director Deborah Hefter praised the team’s development and determination.
“As a predominantly freshman team, they are learning how to support each other, communicate and discover their individual and team strengths.” Hefter said. “Our Brahmas know how to play hard, and they aren’t afraid to put their bodies on the line. I love the energy they bring to the court, and I know if they keep doing that, they will have a very successful season.”
