Rock Hill Bearcats Narrowly Fall to Greenwood Eagles

Rock Hill, October 17, 2025

News Summary

In a competitive match, the Rock Hill Bearcats faced off against the Greenwood Eagles, suffering a close defeat with a score of 2-1. Key players like Hannah Anderson and Ella Lesslie made significant contributions, but the Bearcats couldn’t secure the win. With this loss, Rock Hill’s record stands at 9-12. Looking forward, they have an upcoming match against the Blythewood Bengals, where they hope to leverage their previous victories and regain momentum.

Rock Hill—The Rock Hill Bearcats faced the Greenwood Eagles on Saturday and suffered a narrow defeat, finishing the match with a score of 2-1. This latest loss brought Rock Hill’s overall record to 9-12.

In the match, the set scores against Greenwood were 25-20, 18-25, and 15-8. Hannah Anderson spearheaded Rock Hill’s offense, delivering seven kills, while Ella Lesslie provided notable support with 13 assists. Additionally, Mattie Kline contributed with two aces from the service line, however, their efforts fell short against a determined Greenwood squad, which improved their record to 9-18 following a recent victory before the match against Rock Hill.

Following the setback against Greenwood, Rock Hill quickly bounced back with a decisive 2-0 win against Palmetto Christian Academy on the 4th, which helped lift their spirits. However, Greenwood faced another challenge right after, losing 2-1 in their match against York on the same day.

Looking Ahead

Rock Hill’s next challenge will come on Wednesday when they take on the Blythewood Bengals at 6:00 p.m. Both teams are coming off losses and are eager for a comeback. Rock Hill and Blythewood previously faced off in September, where Rock Hill secured a 3-0 victory. Currently, Rock Hill holds a record of 12-14 after a recent dominant performance against South Pointe, where they achieved a 3-0 win. This latest victory marked the Bearcats as having won three of their last four matches.

In their immediate past match, Rock Hill fell to the Catawba Ridge Copperheads, a team ranked second in their division, with a score of 3-0. The set scores for this match were 25-15, 25-16, and 25-18. In this match, Anderson had eight kills, and Lesslie contributed 15 assists to the team’s efforts, guiding Rock Hill through a challenging game.

Blythewood, on the other hand, has encountered struggles of their own, dropping their last match against Summerville 2-0, with scores of 25-21 and 25-16, leading to a record drop to 12-12. As both teams prepare to meet, they carry the weight of their recent performances, making this upcoming match crucial for regaining stride in their respective seasons.

Match Summary

• Rock Hill Bearcats vs. Greenwood Eagles – Result: Lost 2-1
• Match Scores: 25-20, 18-25, 15-8
• Rock Hill Record: 9-12
• Greenwood Record Post-Match: 9-18
• Upcoming Match: Rock Hill vs. Blythewood at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday

Recent Performances

• Rock Hill’s Last Win: 2-0 against Palmetto Christian Academy
• Blythewood’s Last Win: (No recent wins reported)
• Previous Meeting (Rock Hill vs. Blythewood): Rock Hill won 3-0 in September

Key Stats for Rock Hill

• Overall Record: 12-14 after the South Pointe match
• Recent Loss to Catawba Ridge: Scores – 25-15, 25-16, 25-18

Conclusion

As both teams head into this critical matchup on Wednesday, players, coaches, and fans alike will be anticipating a fiercely contested game. The Bearcats will aim to leverage their earlier victory over Blythewood, hoping to capitalize on their recent momentum against the Bengals.

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Additional Resources

• MaxPreps: Volleyball Game Preview – Rock Hill Bearcats vs. Blythewood Bengals
• Wikipedia: Volleyball
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• Google Search: Rock Hill Bearcats
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• Encyclopedia Britannica: Volleyball

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