Crusaders scrap, Defenders escape in four

Christian Academy of Madison def. Columbus Christian 25-12, 19-25, 25-18, 25-11 — Southern Roads VB

The Crusaders swung the sword in Set 2 to square the match, but the Defenders found just enough floor in sets three and four. Bella Frederickson led the charge with 8 kills and 2 blocks, while Abby Dora set the table (8 assists) and Emma Rice dug a trench (30 digs).

Two-way work stood out for Addison Smith (5 aces, 3 kills, 3 assists, 7 digs), Tea Richey added 3 aces, and Katie Bond chipped in an ace of her own. Columbus Christian falls to 2-6 (1-2 SRC), but the serve pressure and second-ball hustle are trending toward conference payoff.