Lauren Evenhus serves in the second set. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

SPORTS News:

The Hilltoppers Varsity volleyball team kicked off its season Tuesday night at Griffith Gymnasium, hosting the St. Mike’s Lady Horsemen in an electrifying home opener.

The Toppers came out swinging, claiming a dominant win in the first set. However, the Lady Horsemen quickly found their rhythm, storming back to take set two.

The battle intensified in sets three and four, with both teams trading powerful rallies, but in the end, the Toppers fell to the Lady Horsemen’s relentless offensive push.

The Toppers celebrate after their set one win. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com 

Erin Pompeo sets the ball for a spike attempt. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com

Sierra Gonzales playing in the Libero position digs a serve in the first set. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Raina Passalacqua and Laney Garcia block a spike attempt by Ava Lewis in the first set. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Maya Graves digs a Lady Horsemen serve in the third set. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com