Photostory: Pandas volleyball battles against the UFV Cascades for a five-set victory

The Pandas earned a hard-fought 3-2 win on Saturday at the Saville Community Sports Centre, sitting at second place in Canada West.

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The Pandas came out strong against the University of the Fraser Vally (UFV) Cascades in the opening set, controlling the pace early and finishing it 25-15.

UFV Cascades responded with intensity, claiming the next two sets 25-23 and 25-22 to swing the pressure back to the Pandas. With UFV holding momentum, the fourth set became a turning point the Pandas could not afford to lose. Feeding off the crowd, the Pandas answered in the fourth and claimed the set 25-21. With everything on the line in the fifth set, both sides fought in a tight battle while trading points and momentum. Key blocks from Allie Moore and a kill from Mackenzie Pool sealed the match 15-12. Overcoming an early deficit and facing pressure, the Pandas battled with determination and composure to secure a thrilling victory.

The win over the UFV Cascades brings the Pandas to 5-1 in the season as they head into their bye week.