DW Volleyball continues to improve

DAYTON/WAITSBURG—Wolfpack Volleyball played against the Walla Walla Valley Academy Knights on October 12. Dayton-Waitsburg lost in three sets, with scores of 5-25, 24-26, 8-25, but continued to identify areas of the game that they can improve on.

Claudia Benevides had three digs, six blocks, three kills, and one assist against WWVA, and Makenna Barron had one assist, two kills, two blocks, and two aces. Kylee Henry ended the game with one kill, four assists, and one ace.

“The girls continue to improve each game,” head coach Tracy Barron shared. “We have really focused on covering our hitters and blockers. Tonight showed great improvement in that area. They are learning to play more consistently throughout the whole game.”

On October 14, the team played against Columbia Burbank, falling against CB in sets with scores of 25-21, 19-25, 25-27, and 18-25.

Claudia Benavides marked three blocks, five kills, and five digs against Columbia Burbank, and Makenna Barron finished her game with eight digs, one block, and four kills. Kylee Henry ended the evening with four blocks, five assists, and three digs.

“The team came out ready to play. Their net play and coverage was really great. The team continues to build unity and improve each and every game,” said Barron.

Wolfpack Volleyball played a home game against Kiona-Benton City on October 19. Results of the game were not available prior to print. The team will play again on October 21, at Columbia Middle School at 4:30 p.m.