In a matchup of defending state champions, West Henderson demonstrated why it remains a powerhouse in North Carolina high school volleyball, defeating Polk County 3-1 Thursday in Mills River.
After Polk County (2-1) captured the opening set, the Falcons, last year’s 3A state champions, found their rhythm and controlled the remainder of the match against the defending 1A state title holders, taking a 18-25, 25-15, 25-14, 25-19 victory.
The Wolverines’ Akeela Cunningham led the offensive attack with 15 kills and added 11 digs in a strong two-way performance. Sophomore Beija Olivari contributed 10 kills and six digs, while senior Charley Dusenbury displayed her versatility with four kills, seven digs, and 12 assists.
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Olivari and Cunningham each had six kills in the opening-set win.
Sophomore Abby Lewis directed the Wolverines’ offense with 18 assists while adding 16 digs and four service aces. Reeve Carroll, also a sophomore, anchored the defense with a team-high 32 digs.
The Wolverines will look to bounce back when they return home Tuesday to face R-S Central.
