The Newton Community High School Lady Eagles volleyball team earned a straight-set victory over Vandalia on Tuesday, October 27, winning 25-13 and 25-10 to improve their season record to 33-3.
Newton delivered a strong all-around performance, combining an effective offense with solid defense at the net and in the back row.
Allie Hermann led the Lady Eagles with 10 kills. Stella Schackmann and Layla Thomann added five kills each, followed by Jossie Stanley with four, Grace Schumacher with three and Claire Probst with two.
Stanley led Newton’s offense with 21 assists, helping the Lady Eagles maintain control throughout the match. Schumacher recorded two assists, while Maleah Miller, Hermann, Thomann and Probst each added one.
Hermann also led the defensive effort with 12 digs. Stanley, Thomann and Schumacher each recorded four digs, while Miller and Probst contributed one apiece.
At the net, Probst led the team with four blocks, followed by Thomann with two and Schumacher with one.
Newton recorded four service aces, with Stanley, Thomann, Probst and Schumacher each contributing one.
Head Coach Jill Kistner expressed her pride in the team and the enjoyment she has found in coaching this group of athletes.
“I am so proud of this team and everything they have accomplished this season. They are a special group of girls, and I truly enjoy getting to coach them. Their hard work, commitment and the way they come together as a team make this season so much fun. I’m proud of what they’ve accomplished, and I’m excited to see what they can do as we continue through the postseason,” Kistner said.
With the victory, the Lady Eagles now turn their attention to postseason play and the opportunity to capture a regional championship on their home court.
Newton will face Salem in the regional championship match at 6 p.m. Thursday, October 29, at Newton Community High School.
With a 33-3 record, the Lady Eagles will look to continue their successful season and secure a regional title in front of their home crowd.
