YOUNG Achievers are now top of the Demerara Volleyball Association (DVA) League with six points after defeating Eagles Volleyball Club (EVC) in a thrilling five-set game which was recently held at Cliff Anderson Sports Hall in Georgetown.
EVC started the first set in a 10-point deficit due to their late arrival to the game, and Young Achievers went on to win 25-17. However, EVC came back fighting in the second set to win 25-19, while the third set went to Young Achievers 25-17.
With their backs against the wall, EVC soared in the fourth to win 25-18 and set up a tantalising fifth set. The fifth set saw both teams exchange point for point, fighting to claim victory but it was the Young Achievers who edged to a 17-15 triumph.
The top scorers for Achievers Volleyball Club (AVC) were Juan Valesquez with 13 points, Corwyn Richards (11 points) and Ryon Mangrau (nine points).
The next leg of the DVA League will be played tomorrow from 19:00hrs with EVC battling Castrol Strikers Volleyball Club.
Games will be streamed live on the Guyana Volleyball Federation Facebook Page.