LAKELAND, FL - The Royals faced a challenging match up against the Southeastern Fire, ultimately falling in three sets (20-25, 22-25, 20-25) at The Furnace in Lakeland. Despite the loss, Warner showcased resilience, keeping each set very competitive.

Game Leaders:

• Leah Cooley led the Royals in scoring with 11 kills, adding 21 digs and 2 service aces, providing consistency on both offense and defense.
• Kailani Zezas contributed 11 kills and a .250 hitting percentage, along with 3 digs, making a strong impact on the attack.
• Imar Laboy excelled as the primary setter, recording 35 assists, and anchored the defense with 10 digs.

Warner's defensive efforts included 85 total digs, but Southeastern's efficient offense proved too much to overcome. The Royals look to build on this performance as they will face their final opponent, Florida Memorial, Saturday, November 9th, 2024 at 2:00pm at the Turner Athletic Center.