Last Thursday, girls varsity volleyball (10–1) faced the Milton Wildcats (6–4) for the second time this season. Although in past seasons the Rockets have won more decisively, last month they played all five sets, Needham winning 3–2.
Responding to some good hits by the Rockets, the Wildcats had to make a few difficult dives to keep the ball in play, like when Sarah Clarke ran towards the crowd and leapt out for the ball, landing on her knees and sliding up to the first row of the stands. The bleachers are very close to the court in the high school gym, which provides a good view of the game from any seat, but audience members choosing to sit in the front must be alert as it may become an immersive experience.
The end of the first set looked tough for the Wildcats, ending with a loss of 25–8. However, they got much closer in the second set, with the Rockets winning just 25–20.
