NORTHFIELD, Minn. -- The Farmington Tigers faced a tough challenge in their season opener, squaring off against the preseason #1AAA Northfield Raiders. Farmington initially held the upper hand, leading the first set 15-13 before Northfield showcased why they're ranked at the top. A decisive 5-0 run from the Raiders allowed them to seize the first set 25-19.

Set two saw Farmington struggle with a few critical errors and calls not going their way, leading to a 25-17 loss. Northfield, fueled by momentum, displayed superior court control and strategic play, dismantling Farmington's defense and cruising to a 25-13 victory in the third set, securing a 3-0 win for the match.

Sabrina Caven led the Tigers with six kills, while Addison Otto and Taylor Hagedorn contributed with several kills each. Otto and Braelyn Hendrickson also made an impact with a few blocks. Lexi West shined defensively with double-digit digs and three aces. Jada Henrikson, in her debut as setter, distributed the ball effectively.

Final Score: Northfield 25-19, 25-17, 25-13.
Location: Northfield High School, Northfield, MN
Records: Farmington 0-1, Northfield 1-0