ALPENA — The Alpena Community College Lumberjacks battled through five intense sets on Wednesday night to earn a hard-fought victory over the North Central Michigan College Timberwolves, 3-2. The match showcased determination, smart play, and clutch performances across the board as Alpena continued to find its rhythm late in the season.
The Lumberjacks came out strong in the opening set, maintaining a steady lead with confident hitting and solid defensive communication. Although North Central surged late to even the score, Alpena stayed composed and closed out the set 26-24. Their mix of strong serves and deceptive fakes kept the Timberwolves on their heels throughout.
The second set was a tug-of-war, with both teams exchanging leads multiple times. The Timberwolves found their rhythm mi