Ursuline Academy Swept St. Elizabeth High School
Ursuline Academy secured a straight-set victory over St. Elizabeth High School in Wilmington on Tuesday.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Volleyball
Ursuline Academy defeated St. Elizabeth High School 3-0 in a volleyball match at the St. E Center. The victory improved Ursuline's season record to 2-6.
Why it matters
The result marks a significant win for Ursuline Academy as the team looks to build momentum late in the season. St. Elizabeth High School remains at 1-7 following the loss.
Ursuline Academy finished the first set with a 9-3 run and commanded the second set with seven consecutive points. The final match score of 3-0 reflects the dominant set outcomes of 25-12, 25-9, and 25-11.
The players
Ursuline Academy
This is a Wilmington-based educational institution that competes in high school sports.
St. Elizabeth High School
This is a local secondary school that fields various athletic teams in Wilmington.
The details
Ursuline Academy controlled the tempo at the St. E Center, closing the opening set with a 9-3 run before maintaining pressure to sweep the competition. The effort included a key stretch of seven straight points in the second set to solidify the win.
Timeline
The match took place on October 13, 2026.
Both teams host their next home games on October 15, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This victory adjusts the standings for both schools as they approach the end of the high school volleyball season schedule. The win provides Ursuline Academy with a crucial result to build upon while St. Elizabeth High School attempts to reset before its next contest.
Ursuline Academy improved its seasonal standing to 2-6, while St. Elizabeth High School drops to a 1-7 record. Both teams must prepare for home matches scheduled for Thursday afternoon.
The takeaway
Ursuline Academy capitalized on consistent scoring runs to secure a decisive 3-0 victory. Consistent defensive play and sustained momentum were the deciding factors in this Wilmington matchup.
What happens next
Ursuline Academy will host Delaware Military on Thursday at 6:15 p.m., while St. Elizabeth High School will host MOT Charter on Thursday at 3:30 p.m.
Further reading
Find more local athletic updates on the Volleyball section page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Dialog.
