Titans defeat Rapid City Central in five-set battle

The Tea Area High School volleyball team picked up a five-set victory over Rapid City Central last week, highlighting a three-match stretch that also included losses to Brandon Valley and Rapid City Stevens.

The Titans opened the week on Tuesday, Oct. 13, taking on Brandon Valley. Tea Area struggled to find its rhythm against the Lynx, falling in straight sets, 19-25, 19-25 and 10-25.

Tea Area bounced back on Friday, Oct. 16, battling Rapid City Central in a competitive five-set match. The Titans came away with the 3-2 victory.

The following day, Saturday, Oct. 17, Tea Area faced Rapid City Stevens. Despite taking one set from Stevens, the Titans were unable to secure their second consecutive victory, falling 3-1.

Tea Area was scheduled to return home on Friday, Oct. 23, to host Sioux Falls Washington. The Titans will continue their home stretch on Tuesday, Oct. 27, when they welcome Huron.