Georgetown, September 9, 2025
News Summary
Freshman Geralynn Byers-Veal led the Westlake Chaparrals to a strong victory over the Georgetown Eagles, delivering 19 kills in a match that ended in straight sets. With excellent serve-receive and ball control, Westlake secured the win with set scores of 25-23, 25-20, and 25-16. Despite struggles from Georgetown due to losses and illnesses, standout performances were noted. This win highlights Westlake’s progress as they look to maintain their momentum in upcoming competitions.
Austin – Freshman Geralynn Byers-Veal led the Westlake Chaparrals volleyball team to a decisive victory over the Georgetown Eagles in a high school match, recording 19 kills on the way to a straight-sets win. The match concluded with set scores of 25-23, 25-20, and 25-16, showcasing Westlake’s strong offensive performance.
In addition to Byers-Veal’s contributions, Sydney Yohe added 11 kills, helping to push the team to their win. Westlake’s performance was marked by effective serve-receive and ball-control throughout the match, which played a crucial role in the outcome. Coach Miguel Saenz recognized the team’s improvement in both passing and maintaining control of the ball during play.
Georgetown, both a UIL state semifinalist last season in Class 5A Division I, faced challenges during the match. The Eagles had lost four starters to Division I collegiate volleyball earlier this year and were further hindered by illnesses within their lineup. Despite these difficulties, Georgetown’s outside hitters, Mallory Miller and Makenna Stengle, along with Amelia Albright, put forth solid offensive efforts.
This match follows Georgetown’s previous intense encounter against Liberty Hill, where they lost despite winning the first set. The score of that match was 25-23, 37-35, and 15-10, highlighting Georgetown’s struggles against tough competition.
In other volleyball action across the area, Round Rock’s Parker Featherstone achieved 27 kills in two matches, helping maintain an undefeated record in District 25-6A. Round Rock’s recent victories included a sweep of defending district champion Vandegrift and a win against Hutto. Additionally, Nila Beauchamp provided 42 assists in those matches, underscoring the team’s strong performance.
Vista Ridge’s Jenavee Jensen made notable contributions with 15 kills and 13 digs in a match against Westwood. Stony Point also had an impressive match, sweeping Manor with scores of 25-6, 25-5, 25-14, led by Taliah Angwekwe with eight kills. Other significant wins included Glenn over Del Valle and Hays against San Marcos, both completing their matches with swift sweeps.
The Westlake Chaparrals, now showing significant improvement following their previous seasons, aim to build on this momentum as they head deeper into the competition. With a solid showing from both veteran players and newcomers, the team looks to continue their success on the court.
Match Summary
- Teams: Westlake Chaparrals vs. Georgetown Eagles
- Final Scores: 25-23, 25-20, 25-16
- Westlake Key Player: Geralynn Byers-Veal (19 kills), Sydney Yohe (11 kills)
- Georgetown Key Players: Mallory Miller, Makenna Stengle, Amelia Albright
Area Standout Performances
- Parker Featherstone (Round Rock): 27 kills in two matches
- Nila Beauchamp (Round Rock): 42 assists
- Jenavee Jensen (Vista Ridge): 15 kills, 13 digs
- Taliah Angwekwe (Stony Point): 8 kills
- Kayley Beaman and Malia Gibbs (Hays): 12 kills each
Recent Match Results
- Round Rock vs. Vandegrift: Round Rock won
- Round Rock vs. Hutto: Round Rock won
- Stony Point vs. Manor: Stony Point won 25-6, 25-5, 25-14
- Hays vs. San Marcos: Hays won
FAQ
What were the final scores of the Westlake vs. Georgetown match?
Westlake defeated Georgetown with set scores of 25-23, 25-20, and 25-16.
Who led Westlake in kills during the match?
Geralynn Byers-Veal led Westlake with 19 kills.
What challenges did Georgetown face in this match?
Georgetown was hindered by the loss of four starters to collegiate volleyball and had to cope with illnesses among its players.
What was the overall performance of Round Rock in district play?
Round Rock remains undefeated in District 25-6A and has recently achieved victories over Vandegrift and Hutto.
Who are some notable players from other local teams?
Jenavee Jensen from Vista Ridge, Parker Featherstone from Round Rock, and Taliah Angwekwe from Stony Point all delivered standout performances this week.
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Additional Resources
- Statesman
- Wikipedia: Volleyball
- LA Times
- Google Search: Westlake Volleyball
- MaxPreps
- Google Scholar: Westlake Volleyball
- LA Times
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Westlake Volleyball
- MaxPreps
- Google News: Westlake Volleyball
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