Clark Outlasts Chemeketa in 4-Set Battle

**Chemeketa vs. Clark Volleyball Match Recap: Clark Triumphs in a Four-Set Battle**

On October 3, 2025, volleyball teams Chemeketa and Clark clashed at a high-stakes match held in Vancouver, WA. Clark College emerged victorious, defeating Chemeketa in a four-set battle with scores of 25-19, 25-23, 21-25, and 25-23.

Chemeketa, sporting a record of 7-11 before the match, fought valiantly but ultimately succumbed to Clark's stronger performance, dropping to a 1-5 conference record. Clark, entering the game with a 6-13 record, improved to 2-4 in conference play as a result of the win.

- **Set 1**: Clark took control early with a 25-19 win. Despite Chemeketa's efforts, hitting .143, Clark's slightly lower .114 efficiency sufficed for the set victory.
- **Set 2**: The second set proved to be a close contest with Clark edging out Chemeketa 25-23, thanks to their crucial plays and Chemeketa's lower hitting percentage of .050.
- **Set 3**: Chemeketa bounced back in the third set, displaying resilience and a higher hitting percentage of .333 as they claimed their only set victory, 25-21.
- **Set 4**: Back on track, Clark wrapped up the contest with a hard-fought 25-23 win, capitalizing on their .303 hitting percentage, their highest of the match.

- **Chemeketa**: Iana Benevides led with an impressive performance, notching 15 kills with a .263 hitting percentage and adding 13 digs. Sierra Summer (pictured) also shined with 7 kills and a .545 hitting percentage.
- **Clark**: Abigail Heberle spearheaded Clark's attack with 16 kills and a solid .275 hitting rate, while Mia Hicks-Oliver contributed significantly, adding 12 kills. Setter Taylee Wilson was instrumental, dishing out 37 assists and securing a .556 percentage in attacks.

Both teams displayed commendable defensive skills. Chemeketa and Clark recorded 71 and 78 digs, respectively, to counter their opponents' attacks.

The match, featuring no audience attendance, was a testament to the intense competition and determination displayed on both sides. Clark's teamwork and strategic execution played pivotal roles in clinching the win, as Chemeketa demonstrated their capability to challenge and take a set off their rivals.

As the season progresses, both teams will be looking to improve their standings, with Clark aiming to build on this victory and Chemeketa focusing on bouncing back in future matches.