7th C team
The Coppell North Lady Cougars battled hard from start to finish in a tough two-set loss to Coppell East, falling 25-22 and 25-21.
Despite the final score, North showed perseverance. The Cougars' back row held a force on the court, with Claire Ortega, Daphne Maciel, Taryn Hubble, and Kinsler Halloway anchoring the defense and working hard to keep rallies going. Their quick reactions and willingness to chase down difficult balls gave North opportunities to stay within striking distance in both sets.
At the net, Madison Miller and Kinsler Halloway continued digging out passes from the net and working to set up success. They helped keep the Lady Cougars alive and showed the fight that North was not going to surrender easily.
Serving proved to be a challenging area for the Lady Cougars Wednesday, but North continued to battle and answered with strong serving of its own. Paige Deahl, Daphne Maciel, and Kinsler Halloway led the way from the service line, contributing key aces and points to keep North in the match. Tia Khatua, and Leah Park were able to add to the Cougars scoreboard as well.
The loss may go in the books as a two-set defeat, but the Lady Cougars are ready to learn from the battle, regroup, and come back stronger for their next match next week against Cross Timbers.
??Player of the Week goes to Madison Miller Pahl ??for her eagerness to learn, her openness to understanding rotations, and her commitment to developing a stronger understanding of her position on the court.
??Player of the Game goes to Taryn Hubble ??for her consistent commitment to improving her volleyball fundamentals and skills, making adjustments based on her competition, and doing whatever it takes to help her team succeed.
7th B Team
Coppell North B Team showed relentless heart against Coppell East on Wednesday, fighting for every point despite falling 14-25 and 17-25 in the 2 sets.The scoreboard didn't reflect the true heart of the Lady Cougars, even with a few critical mistakes the team never gave up.
The Lady Cougars’ defense worked hard breaking serves to accomplish target passes to setter Avery Carpenter and giving the offense opportunities to stay in the game. Annie Nguyen and Mia Reveruzzi refused to back down, displaying perseverance and confidence in their passing abilities even when faced with challenging serves and attacks. At the net, Julia Hamon and Sophia Wilkins brought height and a defensive presence. Their defense at the net made it difficult for the Broncos to find open space and helped prevent East from turning every attack into a point. Their effort demonstrated the Lady Cougars’ commitment to battling for every ball.
Serving became a key factor in the pace of Wednesday’s match. Avery Carpenter, Mia Reveruzzi, Charlotte Britt, and Scarlett DeLaRosa stepped up from the service line and helped keep the Lady Cougars alive. Their serving efforts created momentum and gave North opportunities to put pressure back on the Broncos.
The final score may not have gone the Lady Cougars’ way, but the fight shown on Wednesday is something this team can build on as they continue to grow, learn, and prepare for their next challenge.
The Lady Cougars will regroup, keep working, and come back ready to battle again next week against Cross Timbers Middle School!
??Player of the Week goes to Avantika Suresh??for her exceptional work ethic to everything she does, on and off the court. She is allways open-minded and eager to deepen her volleyball IQ, she actively seeks out learning opportunities while consistently volunteering to lend a helping hand at every practice. Her dedication and positive attitude make her an invaluable teammate.
??Player of the Game goes to Scarlett DeLaRosa ??for her outstanding progress as a server. Her dedication to improving her serve at the baseline is a testament to the power of practice and continuous growth.

7th A Team
Despite a gritty performance and several strong moments, North fell to the East Broncos in two sets, 18-25, 17-25, on Wednesday evening.
The Cougars battled throughout the match and continued to build momentum, but a few communication lapses, critical errors, and difficulty adjusting on serve receive allowed the Broncos to gain an advantage at key moments. North continued to fight back in both sets, demonstrating determination, resilience, and a never-give-up attitude. Although the final result was a two-set sweep, the match felt much closer, with both teams exchanging momentum throughout the evening.
The Cougars' effort and team spirit were evident from start to finish. As the team continues to grow, they are learning to stay focused, communicate consistently, and make adjustments when the momentum shifts.
Player of the Game
This week's Player of the Game was Ariana Bowen, who made a significant impact on the court with 6 crucial points from powerful serves during a pivotal stretch of the match. Ariana is dependable, coachable, and consistently maintains a positive attitude, even during high-pressure moments.
Her ability to remain calm and focused under pressure helped keep the Cougars in the game and provided an important spark when the team needed it most.
Congratulations, Ariana Bowen, on being named Player of the Game!
Player of the Week
Player of the Week honors go to Karoline Kitchens! Karoline's determination and continued improvement have been impressive each week. She adapted well to a new lineup and took on the challenge of playing all six rotations. Karoline worked hard throughout the match and gave maximum effort in every rotation and every aspect of gameplay.
Her willingness to adjust, compete, and continue growing as a player makes her a valuable part of the Cougars' success.
Congratulations, Karoline, on being named Player of the Week!

8th C Team
North’s C Team was ready to take on East with one goal in mind: claim the title of City Champions! And that is exactly what they did, defeating East in two straight sets!
North came out strong, fueled by amazing serve receive and outstanding passing. Aspen Bingham and Aria Hudiburg led the charge in the back row, keeping the ball alive and setting up their teammates for success. Up front, Sarah Kate Baade and Elliot Jones delivered outstanding performances, while Ana Paula Jugo brought the power with some incredible kills!
Of course, none of that offense would have been possible without North’s talented setters, Ameya Shah and Abigail Sauer, who did a phenomenal job putting their teammates in position to score!
Player of the Game honors go to Riley Fletcher, who was absolutely outstanding in every aspect of the game! Whether it was passing, serving, or making big plays, Riley did it all!
Two sets. One victory. CITY CHAMPIONS! What an incredible performance by the entire North C Team! Way to go, Cougars!


8th A Team
A Team Finds Its Rhythm and Takes Down the Broncos!
The A Team spent the week preparing to face East by focusing on strengthening defensive coverage and improving serve receive. The first half of the opening set was a slow start for the Cougars, as they struggled to execute the very skills they had been working to improve. However, the girls found their fight, battled back from the deficit, and made it competitive before ultimately dropping the first set, 21–25.


The second set told a completely different story! The Cougars came out swinging from the first serve, bringing the energy and aggression needed to put the Broncos on their heels. North controlled the set and evened the match with a convincing 25–17 win.
The third set was a battle, but the Cougars maintained their composure, maintained control, and closed out the match with a dominant 15–9 victory!


Match Highlights: Lilly Bordelon was on fire at the net, recording multiple kills and putting pressure on the Broncos' defense. Samira Augustine made her presence known with strong blocking, shutting down East's top hitter and creating a major momentum shift in the Cougars' favor. Suin Cho played beautifully in 6 rotations throughout the match and remains North’s most consistent server. Adelaide Vasquez brought aggression from the endline while playing lights-out defense in the back row. Team Captain Maddie Snelling continues to be a steady force on both offense and defense, serving as a passing leader for the team all season.


?? Player of the Game: Lily Bordelon! Lily earned this recognition after delivering her best performance of the season! She recorded multiple kills, strategically mixing line and cross-court shots to keep the Broncos' defense guessing. Her offensive impact was a huge contributor to North's comeback and match victory Wednesday night. Way to go, Lily!
8th B Team
North’s B Team was up last and looking to complete the CLEAN SWEEP against East! The Cougars came out ready to play, quickly taking control of the first set with some outstanding volleyball! Keira Muliyil was fantastic in serve receive, Layla Stevens delivered some excellent serving, and Kate Chacko and Sofi Gallardo were all over the court with incredible back-row play!
However, East was not going down without a fight! East bounced back to take the second set, forcing a third and deciding set with everything on the line!
East jumped out to an early lead in the final set, but North refused to back down! The Cougars showed tremendous heart, determination, and teamwork as they battled their way back into the match. An incredible late rally gave North a chance to pull off the comeback, but East managed to hold on and take the final set in a heartbreaking 16–14 finish.
Player of the Game honors go to Mica Ramos-Cho! Mica was a consistent force throughout the entire match. As a six-rotation player for North, she makes an impact in every part of the game, and her leadership truly shined in tonight’s performance!
While the final score was not what North had hoped for, this team showed exactly what Cougar volleyball is all about: heart, hustle, and a never-give-up attitude! What an incredible fight from this group of athletes!