Storm Drop 2 Games for 2nd day of the Walla Walla Invitational
The Storm Struggled to get into a rhythm on Day 2 of the Walla Walla Invitational
**Treasure Valley Dominates Chemeketa in Straight Sets Victory**
*August 30, 2025* — In a decisive match at Walla Walla, Treasure Valley Community College swept Chemeketa Community College in straight sets, marking a commanding start to their season with a 3-0 victory. The match scores were an emphatic 25-5, 25-9, and 25-21.
**Match Overview**
Treasure Valley set the tone early, demonstrating formidable skills and strategy. The team maintained an impressive attack percentage of .314 across the match, showcasing their offensive prowess. Notably, Karly Clark stood out with 10 kills and a .429 hitting percentage, solidifying her position as a leading force on the court.
Kynnsington Bandley also delivered an impressive performance with four kills and three service aces, contributing significantly to the team's victory. Meanwhile, Katelyn Markley added seven kills and three service aces, further amplifying Treasure Valley's offensive strength.
In terms of playmaking, Naomi Shipley orchestrated plays with a game-high of 20 assists, allowing Treasure Valley to maintain their offensive momentum throughout the match.
**Chemeketa's Struggles**
On the other side of the net, Chemeketa faced a challenging match. The team struggled to find their rhythm and failed to register any kills throughout the encounter. Their inability to convert attacks and counter Treasure Valley's aggressive approach resulted in a disappointing attack percentage of .000.
Chemeketa's defensive capabilities were also tested by Treasure Valley's powerful serving and attacking strategies, leading to a clear domination by the latter.
**Conclusion**
Treasure Valley's cohesive team play, coupled with standout individual performances, paved the way for an emphatic win. As the team looks towards the rest of the season, this victory sets a strong foundation and sends a clear message to their opponents.
With this solid start, Treasure Valley aims to maintain their form and build on their winning momentum as the season progresses, while Chemeketa will be looking to rectify their vulnerabilities and come back stronger in their upcoming games.
**Walla Walla Dominates Chemeketa in Volleyball Matchup**
On August 30, 2025, the volleyball teams from Chemeketa and Walla Walla faced off at the Dietrich Activity Center, with Walla Walla clinching a decisive victory in straight sets. The match, which began at 4:00 PM, saw Walla Walla secure a 3-0 win with set scores of 29-27, 25-18, and 25-16.
Chemeketa struggled offensively throughout the match, failing to record any kills, errors, or attack attempts in their stats, culminating in a .000 attack percentage for all three sets. This lack of offensive contribution significantly hampered their ability to challenge Walla Walla.
Conversely, Walla Walla delivered a consistent and efficient performance. The team improved their attacking efficiency as the match progressed, ending with a .306 attack percentage in the third set. Key contributors to Walla Walla's success included Aubree Zimmer, who displayed remarkable prowess with 12 kills and a team-high 15.5 points, and Bailee Cornela, who achieved an impressive .412 attack percentage with 7 kills.
Walla Walla's serving and blocking efforts also outshone Chemeketa's, with 8 service aces and 6 block assists contributing to their victory. Kennedy Coleman and Aubree Zimmer's three aces each highlighted Walla Walla's assertive serving game.
Defensively, Rachel Buehner and Kennedy Coleman led their team with commendable digs, tallying 17 and 12, respectively, which helped neutralize Chemeketa's offensive attempts.
Despite the strong performance by Walla Walla, the match was played without any spectators present in the stands, as indicated by the recorded attendance of zero. However, the absence of a live audience did not deter Walla Walla from delivering an impressive and cohesive team performance, securing their triumph over Chemeketa.
As these teams continue their season, Chemeketa will need to regroup and strategize to enhance their offense, while Walla Walla will aim to maintain their momentum and build on this victory.
Nicole Ebbs - Pictured
