OSWAYO VALLEY — The Austin Lady Panthers capped off a demanding stretch of volleyball with another hard-earned victory, defeating Oswayo Valley in four sets Thursday night.
Austin won by scores of 25-20, 28-30, 25-21 and 25-23 to improve to 5-0 on the season.
After taking the opening set, the Lady Panthers found themselves in a battle in the second, with Oswayo Valley edging out a 30-28 win to even the match. Austin responded by taking the next two sets, holding off OV in two tight finishes to close out the win.
Cailyn Ogden had another big night for Austin, finishing with 17 kills, 4 blocks, 12 digs and 10 aces. Anna Brewer directed the offense with 35 assists, while also adding 8 digs and 2 kills.
Marissa Stuckey added 10 kills, 2 blocks and 10 digs, while Mary Clinger chipped in with 10 kills and 8 digs.
It was Austin’s third straight tough match during a long week, but the Lady Panthers once again found a way to finish.
Austin will now get a much-needed weekend break before returning to action Monday and Tuesday against Cameron County and Northern Potter. The Lady Panthers are also hoping to get some players back from injuries next week as they continue their strong start to the season.
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