Newberry SC, October 26, 2025
News Summary
Newberry Academy faced their third consecutive defeat against the Curtis Baptist Crusaders with a score of 2-1, deepening their struggles this season. This loss brings Newberry’s record to 4-12, marking the fifth straight loss to Curtis Baptist. Despite Newberry’s efforts, standout performances from Curtis Baptist, especially from Nata Kilroy, helped the Crusaders improve their impressive record to 20-7. With no upcoming games scheduled, both teams look to reflect and prepare for future challenges in their respective seasons.
Newberry, South Carolina – Newberry Academy experienced their third consecutive defeat on Saturday, falling to the Curtis Baptist Crusaders with a score of 2-1. This loss came just one set away from potentially breaking their losing streak, significantly impacting their season record.
This latest defeat marks the third time Newberry Academy has lost to Curtis Baptist during the current season. Their previous match, held on October 9th, resulted in a 3-1 loss. Following Saturday’s game, Newberry’s overall record now stands at 4-12.
On a positive note for Curtis Baptist, the victory improved their season record to 20-7. They have shown impressive form lately, winning 15 of their last 17 matches. In fact, their victory over Newberry Academy extends a troubling trend for Newberry, marking the fifth consecutive loss against Curtis Baptist.
During their previous encounter on October 9th, Curtis Baptist secured victory with a close score line of 25-21, 24-26, 25-22, and 26-24. In contrast to Newberry’s struggles, the standout player for Curtis Baptist, sophomore Nata Kilroy, recorded 17 digs during the latest match and has consistently posted 11 or more digs in her last four games. The Crusaders showcased strong serving as well, finishing the match against Newberry Academy with a total of 11 service aces and achieving at least five aces in eight consecutive matches.
As of now, neither Newberry Academy nor Curtis Baptist has any future games scheduled, leaving them to reflect on their performances thus far. Newberry Academy’s defeat marks yet another continuation of their struggles in the league this season, while Curtis Baptist continues to build momentum as they head into the latter parts of their season.
Match Recap
- Newberry Academy Record: 4-12
- Curtis Baptist Record: 20-7
- Most Recent Match Score: Curtis Baptist 2, Newberry Academy 1
- Previous Match Score: Curtis Baptist 3, Newberry Academy 1 (October 9th)
- Nata Kilroy: 17 digs in current match
- Curtis Baptist Service Aces: 11 against Newberry Academy
- Winning Trend: Curtis Baptist won 15 of last 17 games
Background Context
Newberry Academy’s unfortunate string of losses this season highlights their ongoing challenges in competition. The team has struggled to find cohesion and has been unable to secure victories against strong opponents like Curtis Baptist. The Crusaders, on the other hand, have demonstrated remarkable overall performance and consistency, which has been a key factor in their season success.
Upcoming Prospects
As no future games are currently scheduled for both teams, the focus now shifts to preparing for upcoming matches and addressing the weaknesses evident in their playing styles. Both Newberry Academy and Curtis Baptist will have time to assess their gameplay, particularly Newberry Academy as they aim to break their losing streak moving forward.
FAQ
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What was the final score of the match between Newberry Academy and Curtis Baptist?
Newberry Academy lost to Curtis Baptist with a score of 2-1.
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What is Newberry Academy’s overall record after this match?
Newberry Academy’s overall record has now dropped to 4-12.
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How has Curtis Baptist performed this season?
Curtis Baptist has had an impressive performance, winning 15 of their last 17 matches.
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What is the current record of Curtis Baptist?
The victory over Newberry Academy improved Curtis Baptist’s record to 20-7 for the season.
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How many matches have Newberry Academy and Curtis Baptist played against each other this season?
This was the third time Newberry Academy lost to Curtis Baptist in the current season.
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Additional Resources
- MaxPreps: Volleyball Recap – Newberry Academy Comes Up Short
- MaxPreps: Volleyball Recap – Curtis Baptist Beats Newberry Academy
- HSSR: Updated SCISA Volleyball State Tournament Schedule
- The State: High School Sports News
- MaxPreps: Volleyball Game Preview – Curtis Baptist Crusaders vs. Newberry Academy
- Wikipedia: Volleyball
- Google Search: Newberry Academy volleyball
- Google Scholar: Volleyball Performance
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Volleyball
- Google News: High School Volleyball
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