PENDLETON — For the second year in a row, Pendleton made a clean sweep of the Greater Oregon League without giving up a set. The Bucks finished this year’s feat Tuesday night with a 25-14, 25-16, 25-12 win over Baker at Warberg Court.
The Bucks (17-9 overall, 9-0 GOL), the No. 8 seed, will host Central in the first round on Oct. 31.
Pendleton, which has won 12 matches in a row, got 27 assists,10 digs and four aces from Caitlin Cooley, while Braelyn Gunter added seven kills, six digs and three aces; Kelsi Primus six kills; Olivia Allen three block assists and 13 service points; McKinley Moore 21 digs; and McKinley Lieuallen six digs and three aces.
Moore and Lieuallen each had a 2.4/3 serve receive average.
Before the match, the Bucks honored their seven seniors — Finley Evans, Moore, Cooley, Primus, Lieuallen, Allen and Gunter.
“The seniors all enjoyed their special night tonight,” Pendleton coach Jodi Primus said. “They were carrying a lot of emotions, but still came out focused on winning and finishing the league undefeated. These seniors have a special bond and are really trying to enjoy all the moments of this final run.”
Evans, who has been injured all season, took the court for the Bucks’ first serve of the night, which was an ace.
“It was really special and lit up the whole gym with excitement,” Primus said. “It was a great opportunity for everyone to celebrate her. After the match, the seniors signed out with their handprints and had a fun time celebrating with their families and friends. All seven seniors shined tonight.”
Boys soccer
PENDLETON 0, LA GRANDE 0 — Thor Case had eight saves to help the Bucks to a Greater Oregon League home draw with the Tigers.
“The boys played a complete game and I couldn’t ask for more,” Pendleton coach Kaden Clark said. “I am incredibly proud of their work ethic and attitude from beginning to end tonight. We have a lot to be proud of this season and I am incredibly grateful to coach this group of boys.” Pendleton (1-10-2 overall, 0-6-2 GOL) will finish league play Thursday at Baker.
