The first two sets were both seesaw affairs, seeing a total of 27 ties scores and 11 lead changes, but the Cardinals closed out the second set on an 8-1 run, including the final five points of the set, and entered the third set with momentum.
The Eagles found their game in the third set. After falling behind, 2-0, the visitors went on an 11-3 run and used 15 Cardinal errors to cruise to a 25-17 win.
With momentum on its side, Heritage ran out to a 9-0 lead in the fourth set before cruising to a 15-point win, setting up a pivotal fifth set, which would see six ties and three lead changes. The final change came when the Eagles took an 11-10 lead and finished the match on a 5-1 run.
"This match was a good learning experience for us," Coon Rapids head coach Heidi Ulwelling said. "It was a great opportunity to face a competitive team and to be challenged from start to finish.
"It was a great first match of the season and I believe it gave the girls some perspective on the game and how momentum plays a role in this sport."
Lauren Williams led the Eagles to the victory, leading the team with 20 kills, nine digs and five blocks.
Ashley Engen record 15 kills for Coon Rapids and added a match-high 12 digs. Courtney Pasiowitz chipped in with five kills and five blocks while Oliva Jung and Angela Koch also had five kills.
Starting the season late, Coon Rapids makes up for lost time this week with six matches, all at home. The second of those six matches comes Thursday when the Cardinals host Mounds View in a 7 p.m. match.
Ashley Engen
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