The Topper Volleyball team runs out to the court to face the Capital Jaguars Tuesday night in Griffith Gymnasium. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Hannah Bergemann spikes the ball over the Jaguar defenders in the first set, she had 10 spikes for the match. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

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Coaches Summary: The Jaguars from Capital made the trip up the hill Tuesday night to play the Toppers of Los Alamos. All three sets were tightly contested. The Jaguars jumped out to early leads in the first and second sets and the Topper hitters had to settle in and find their “groove”.

The Topper back row was solid for the majority of the night offering up excellent receive and digging balls to keep their Junior setter Angelina Passalacqua with the ability to offer the front row many opportunities.

Both Libero Anna Kirkland and DS Shyanne Garcia had strong showings in the back row. Once Hannah Bergemann, Ashley Hammond and Michelle Macias got in the flow they were able to begin putting away balls. Both Middles for LA contributed, Callie Goda on offense and Solenne Thelliez on the net putting up strong blocks.

The Toppers will have a quick turnaround as they head to Rio Rancho for a two-day tournament.

Angelina Passalacaqua sets the ball for a spike attempt by Callie Goda. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Gianna Benelli bounces the ball into play. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Angelina Passalacqua and Hannah Bergemann celebrate a point. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Angelina Passalacqua and Solenne Thelliez block a spike attempt by the Jaguars in the 3rd set. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com