COVINGTON – The Covington Lady Buccs defeated Jackson Center in four sets 25-21, 22-25, 25-17 and 25-17 for the first win of the season.

“They played at a higher level than they played in the first two games,” said Covington coach Stephanie Robinson. “They showed a lot of hustle and a lot of heart. We were able to make some key adjustments throughout the match.”

Dakohta Kenworthy led the Lady Buccs with 14 kills and Ava Hartwig had a huge impact at the net with 5 blocks.

Ramse Vanderhorst was all over the floor throughout the entire contest, which led to 35 digs.

Also, Taylor Kirker and Addison Ventura had a huge impact in every aspect of the game. Kirker tallied 3 aces, 21 assists, 8 kills, 16 digs and 2 blocks, while Ventura had 2 aces, 13 assists, 9 kills, 17 digs and 3 blocks.

The junior varsity team lost in three sets; 25-19, 17-25 and 22-25.

Covington is now 1-2 overall and will open up the TRC contests at Troy Christian tomorrow evening.

COVINGTON STATS:
Taylor Kirker – 3 aces, 21 assists, 8 kills, 16 digs, 2 blocks
Mazelle Reck – 6 kills, 4 blocks, 1 ace
Addison Ventura – 2 aces, 13 assists, 9 kills, 17 digs, 3 blocks
Dakohta Kenworthy – 14 kills, 4 blocks
Hollan Koffer – 6 kills, 12 digs, 1 ace, 2 blocks
Nell Rogers – 3 aces, 6 digs
Ramse Vanderhorst – 1 ace, 35 digs
Ava Hartwig – 5 blocks, 2 kills