Attention to Detail
The USN Tigers faced the Ensworth Tigers in an aggressive two sets. While the Ensworth Tigers had impressive overhand servers, the USN Tigers were able to do the little things to maintain momentum and the lead throughout both sets! USN finished the match with the win, 25-19 and 25-17!
In this Tiger vs. Tiger match both teams had strong servers and both teams would go on serving streaks, making this match close throughout each set. What was really impressive about the young USN team was how they didn't allow Ensworth's momentum to get into their heads. They continued to play confidently and didn't get in their own heads even when Ensworth had a great play. They constantly cheered and their good energy helped this team stay focused and do the little things! For example, instead of just calling a ball "out," the USN Tigers would follow the ball out, get their toes to the sideline, and yell "out" with their hands up! They would move towards the ball even if it got caught in the net and yell "short." And they would keep moving throughout the rally instead of just standing still! These details kept them in the groove of the game and helped USN win both sets!
Mahalia Moore led the team with 8 of the team's 16 aces. Out of all 7 servers, all 7 earned at least 1 ace. This shows that our servers are able to stay at the service line and be offensive threats, but it also shows that our defense supports them by keeping them back there. On the defensive side, the team is making a more intentional effort to communicate and dive. In this game almost everyone on the court tried to make a diving play and even a few translated into a point or continued the rally! That willingness to use their knee pads extends the team’s defensive range and capabilities to really compliment their growing offense.
As this team gets better there will be more and more highlight worthy plays as they dive for balls, swing aggressively for hits, and get used to using all three touches. It’s super fun seeing this team evolve right in front of our eyes, so come support a match and see for yourself! Go Tigers!
More USN News
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Spring sports season ends with podium finishes, trophies
The girls lacrosse team ended its season in overtime to become state runner-up. Tennis players Carter Kojetin '29 finished as a state quarterfinalist, Sophie Oliver '26 and Mary Kate Adler '28 finished as state semifinalists, and Veer Kodali '29 and Max Parker '29 finished as state champions. Meanwhile, eight runners competed at the state track and field meet in Knoxville, where Griffin Davidson '27, Caleb Freifeld '28, Drew Zwerner '28, and Jack Fruin '27, sprinted to first in the 4x800m relay and Jack also placed first in the 800m dash.Read More -
USN creates the Juliet Douglas Endowed Fund for Student Success
For the entire USN community: an invitation to give in gratitude, in celebration, and in honor of the woman who has given so much to our school. Make a gift at usn.org/giving to support students with needs beyond tuition and honor Interim Director Juliet Douglas.Read More -
Middle School Quiz Bowl competes at national championship
The Middle School Quiz Bowl finished off another successful season with a trip to the Middle School National Championship Tournament in Chicago. The team fought hard and ended the season as a top-100 program in the country, finishing 75th overall. Congratulations to the team on a great performance and to Lucas Lupu ’31, named an All Star for being the fifth-highest scorer nationwide.Read More
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Nashville, TN 37212
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Email: info@usn.org
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University School of Nashville models the best educational practices. In an environment that represents the cultural and ethnic composition of Metropolitan Nashville, USN fosters each student’s intellectual, artistic, and athletic potential, valuing and inspiring integrity, creative expression, a love of learning, and the pursuit of excellence.