Hawk Volleyball Starts District With, 3-1 Win Over Billies

(L-R) Bella Biasatti, Kylee Goff, Kylie Rodriguez stood out in Hawk’s win over Billies, 3-1. Go Lake!

                                   GO Lake!

Canyon Lake started district play with a win over Fredericksburg, 3-1 as these Hawks circled this as a must win for a chance in making the playoffs.

Winning those winnable games is a must and these Billies fit that description entering District 29-4A with a losing record and CLake needing to protect the Hawk Nest.

The Lake has not made the playoffs since a 2019 season which happened to be the last time reaching the 20 win plateau.

During the last 3 seasons the Hawks have started district play with a, 0-3 record with the Billies without taking a set. So this win did break some streaks from the wrong side of the ledger.

Head Coach Daniella Villarreal stated, “Last night’s game was an exciting way to kick off our district season! I’m really proud of the way the girls played and stepped up in the environment. They demonstrated consistent confidence and composure throughout the match.”

Canyon Lake’s depth was certainly in attendance on this night, 6 different Hawks finished with 5 or more kills. Kylie Rodriguez (15) and Preslie Owens (13) leading the pack.

Coach Villarreal spoke of Rodriguez strength for this team, “Kylie Rodriguez was “crafty” as a hitter, finding smart shots, adjusting to Fred’s big block, and swinging the ball down the line to put points away at key moments in the end. Kylie is a consistent all-around player who contributes in so many ways, from tough serves and solid serve receive to excellent defense that keeps rallies alive.”

Rodriguez and Owens took over in that final set combining for 12 kills that helped put this contest in the win column.

All three set wins was the same score (25-18) with Fredericksburg hanging tough in each of these sets only needing one point for a tie at the halfway mark with 11-10 Hawk leads.

                Way to Plug those Leaks Lake!

It was Sophomore Bella Biasetti who made her presence known entering that first set with a Hawk, 19-18 lead and responded with an ace and then a block and kill from Rodriguez during that rally and win, 25-18.

Coach Villarreal said, “Bella came in and did a fantastic job providing good passes and tough defense, helping keep us in system to run our offense. She brings a gritty, go-getter mentality, playing hard with quick reactions that make a difference for our team.”

Rinse and Repeat in that 2nd stanza ending with that same score and this time closing with a rally coming off of Chylea Gray’s serve that utilized a block for Gabby Fory and an Owens kill.

Another Sophomore Kyle Goff was another one of many players that rose to the occasion on this night, “Kylee Goff brings joy, energy, and fun to the team every day. She works hard to keep everyone engaged, knowing we play our best when we’re focused and having fun together. Her communication, determination, and ability to adjust on both offense and defense make her a key contributor.”

That 3rd set was the only glitch this night with both schools largest lead being 3 points before CLHS coming up just short, 26-28.

Lake ‘Hawk’ Proud!!

Another slow start in that 4th frame that had the Visitors score the first 3 points and held a two point advantage, 4-6 before a Hawk 5 point rally off the serve of Sabrina Steele which coincided when Rodriguez lowered the boom scoring 4 of those 5 points off her kills.

With that lead, The Lake, continued their assault to that first opening district victory when Owens scored 4 kills in those last two serves which gave CL a win.

Now next up will be another winnable game when Long Creek comes to the Hawk Nest this Friday and a chance to continue their quest for a post-season to remember!

Final Game Stats: Hawks won, 3-0. 25-18, 25-18, 26-28, 25-18.
Kills-  Kylie Rodriguez   15
        Preslie Owens     13
        Chloe Gray         9
        Gabby Fory         9

Blocks- Kylee Goff         4
        Preslie Owens      3
        Te’a Gonzales      2
        Gabby Fory         2

Aces-   Bella Biasatti     2
        Paisleigh Fahrney  1
        Chylea Gray        1
        Chloe Gray         1

Digs-   Izzy Fory         22
        Bella Biasatti    11
        Kyle Rodriguez    11
        Chloe Gray        11

Assist- Chloe Gray        34
        Izzy Fory          8
        Bella Biasatti     3
        Kylie Rodriguez    3

Way to GO LAKE!