10/15 Hanover Horton Tri
By Erica Kranz | Oct 16, 2026 5:30 PM
The Clinton JV Redwolves volleyball team added two more victories to its successful season Thursday night, defeating Olivet in two sets before battling past Hanover-Horton in three. The Redwolves opened the evening against Olivet, earning a 26-24, 25-16 victory. Clinton’s tough serving and quick defensive play helped the Wolves secure the sweep and build momentum heading into their second match. Hanover-Horton provided a tougher challenge, taking the opening set 25-21. The Redwolves responded with determination, dominating the second set 25-9 before closing out the match with a 25-18 win in the third. Clinton’s balanced offensive attack was led by Brooklynn Kranz with 19 kills and DeLane McKinnon with 16. Kylie Hicks and Karsyn Nicholson added 10 kills apiece. Hicks led the team with 29 assists, while Kranz contributed 15. Defensively, Makena Peters led the way with 32 digs, followed by Kranz with 23 and Hicks with 13. Avah Vershum and McKinnon added seven digs each, helping the Redwolves maintain pressure and keep rallies alive. The Wolves also found success from the service line. Paisley Kurowcki recorded 15 points, including six aces, while Peters added 13 points with seven aces. Vershum contributed 10 points and four aces, and McKinnon finished with nine points and two aces. It was another strong night for Clinton, with contributions from every member of the team playing a role in the two victories. As the season winds down, the Redwolves have just one week of competition remaining before wrapping up their season at the LCAA Tournament on Saturday, October 24.