DeKalb’s large crowd was looking to erupt in jubilation, but pesky Genoa-Kingston would not go away during Wednesday’s non-conference match.

Clinging to a 21-20 lead in the decisive third set, Barbs junior Maddi Hollar gave the hometown faithful a reason to squeal as she closed out the victory with three consecutive service points to deliver a 15-25, 25-16, 25-20 victory. 1 of 12

Genoa-Kingston's Presley Meyer spikes the ball between DeKalb's Meila Robinson (left) and Jordan Grant during their match Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, at DeKalb High School. (Mark Busch)

Hollar finished with eight aces.

“I like to just dial in and the serving line is really the only time where you have the whole game in your control,” she said. “Our coach is really big on making your first serve because you

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