BURLINGTON — Humboldt High’s Lady Cubs needed a boost. They had lost their first two matches of the day.
The Lady Cubs battled Waverly High’s Bulldogs and walked out of the Burlington High tournament with a victory. Humboldt downed Waverly, which finished third in the tournament, 25-22, 19-25, 25-14.
“This was a huge win for us,” said Stephanie Splechter, Humboldt head coach. “It gave us the confidence to know, not only can we play with a good team but we can beat one.”
Against Waverly, Breanna Kline had 11 kills and nine service points for the Lady Cubs. Kayle Riebel delivered 11 kills also. Sheri Middleton had seven kills and five blocks at the net plus served for eight points.
Haley Riebel had seven service points and four digs. Anna Setter was credited with 26 set assists.
Fredonia beat Humboldt 25-22, 24-26, 25-18. Splechter said the Lady Cubs did not serve receive well in this match so they couldn’t get their offense going.
Kayle Riebel served for 10 points. She also had three kills and two blocks at the net. Middleton put down five kills and made four blocks. Kline had three kills and Setter had 10 set assists.
Humboldt lost to Southern Coffey County High’s Lady Titans 25-23, 25-21.
“We passed better but we had too many unforced errors,” Splechter said.
Middleton served eight points while Kline, who had two ace serves, and Kayle Riebel each had six service points. Kline led the net attack with nine kills followed by Kayle Riebel with seven kills and Middleton with six kills. Setter had 20 set assists.
Burlington won the tournament championship. Lebo finished second.
