Meadville was dominant for most of Tuesday’s region match against Saegertown and won 3-0 (25-14, 25-14, 25-18) to clinch the region title at the House of Thrills.
The Bulldogs dominated the first two sets by snagging early leads and never letting go. Meadville’s offense was efficient with Max Decker and Tate Walker rotating at setter.
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