Rancho Santa Margarita, CA — Expectations were definitely exceeded today as the Lions were able to garner 5 more sets than our first match Sept 28. SM subbed out their line 3 player which gave us the set Neeka won, but, that was the only difference this change made. KOach stated, "I was extremely happy with patterns, shot recognition and shot selection this afternoon. Things we have been working on in practice are definitely showing up on the court! Being from a football background, I do not like to give 'Bulletin Board Fodder' , BUT, I am definitely circling the date of this match next September. I saw good cause today to do so." Jazmine and Ellie took 2 sets in doubles as did the Fraizes, Aerin and Kylie, both duos dropping sets to SM's line 1 team. Scarlett easily picked up 2 sets in singles and Neeka added the 7th set. We travel a couple of miles to Saddleback CC to play a non-league 'friendly' vs St Margaret's before finishing up our Trinity League Dual calendar next Monday, Senior 'Night' vs Rosary. Trinity League Indies are next week, Wed and Thurs hosted by SM. GO LIONS!