Newberry SC, October 2, 2025
News Summary
The Newberry Bulldogs faced a tough loss against the Fox Creek Predators, marking their ninth consecutive defeat this season. The match ended with a score of 3-0, following set scores of 25-7, 25-10, and 25-13. Despite the loss, there were signs of improvement from the previous match. Newberry’s record now stands at 1-9, indicating a challenging season. Coach Hank Rone highlighted the need to improve serving performance as the team prepares for the upcoming matches, including the Lady Bulldog Invitational.
Newberry, SC – The Newberry Bulldogs faced their ninth consecutive defeat on Tuesday, falling to the Fox Creek Predators with a final score of 3-0. The match, held at Fox Creek, concluded with set scores of 25-7, 25-10, and 25-13, highlighting the Bulldogs’ ongoing struggles this season.
Despite the loss, Newberry showed improvement within each set compared to their previous encounter with the Predators in October 2024, where they also lost by a similar margin of 3-0. As a result of this latest defeat, the Bulldogs’ record now stands at 1-9, while the victorious Fox Creek Predators improved their record to 13-9, extending their winning streak to five matches.
The Bulldogs are scheduled to play their next match against the Whitmire team at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, looking to break their long streak of losses and gain momentum. Meanwhile, the Fox Creek Predators will take on Keenan at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, aiming to continue their successful run.
Before facing the Predators, Newberry had previously suffered a 3-1 loss to Silver Bluff, marking their seventh consecutive defeat. In that match, Newberry lost to Silver Bluff with set scores of 3-0 earlier on September 9, 2024. Following the defeat to Silver Bluff, Newberry’s record was lowered to 1-7, while Silver Bluff improved to 9-6 after their victory.
Looking ahead, Newberry will participate in the Lady Bulldog Invitational (LBI) hosted by Bell High School this weekend. The tournament will feature eight volleyball teams, including five from the Mainstreet coverage area. Teams will be divided into two pools for competition. Newberry is placed in Pool B, alongside Meadowbrook Academy, Trenton, and Bronson. The LBI will commence at 5 p.m. on Friday.
Newberry coach Hank Rone has expressed concerns regarding the team’s serving performance, a critical aspect that has hindered their gameplay. He also mentioned the team’s resilient spirit, noting that several players have demonstrated improvements, especially junior Taylor Wells, who is stepping up in place of the injured Baylee Akers.
As the team prepares for the upcoming matches, including those in the LBI, the Bulldogs hope to turn their performance around and gain support from their home crowd.
Upcoming Matches:
- Newberry vs. Whitmire at 6:30 p.m. on Monday
- Fox Creek vs. Keenan at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday
- Lady Bulldog Invitational starting at 5 p.m. on Friday
Recent Records:
| Team | Record | Consecutive Losses |
|---|---|---|
| Newberry Bulldogs | 1-9 | 9 |
| Fox Creek Predators | 13-9 | 5 |
| Silver Bluff Chargers | 9-6 | 2 |
Lady Bulldog Invitational Teams:
- Newberry Bulldogs
- Meadowbrook Academy
- Trenton
- Bronson
- Other teams from different areas
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Additional Resources
- MaxPreps: Volleyball Recap – Newberry Comes Up Short
- Wikipedia: Newberry Bulldogs
- MaxPreps: Volleyball Recap – Newberry Takes a Loss
- Google Search: Newberry High School volleyball
- Mainstreet Daily News: Lady Bulldog Invitational
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Volleyball
- MaxPreps: Volleyball Recap – Silver Bluff Triumphs
- Google News: High School Volleyball
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