JSerra rallies past Punahou for pool-play win in soccer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 4:04 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
SoccerJSerra secured a victory against Punahou in pool play on August 14, with standout performances from Makayla Ziegler, who recorded 12 kills, four aces, and four blocks. The Buffanblu, ranked No. 4 in the Star-Advertiser Top 10, previously defeated Highland Park in their opening match. First-year head coach Brandon Kikuchi noted the importance of allowing the team to learn from losses. Punahou will look to integrate 6-foot-5 transfer Kaya Young once she arrives from the US national team. Meanwhile, ‘Iolani defeated La Jolla Country Day 2-0 in its match, maintaining a competitive presence as the tournament continues.
- •Makayla Ziegler led JSerra with 12 kills and four blocks.
- •Punahou had previously won against Highland Park.
- •First-year head coach Brandon Kikuchi aims to develop team chemistry.
- •Kaya Young is expected to join Punahou after competing with the US national team.
- •‘Iolani swept La Jolla Country Day in its match.
- 4:04 PMYahoo Sports — Punahou puts up a fight against JSerra for pool play split
"Makayla Ziegler had 12 kills, four aces and four blocks as JSerra rallied past Punahou for a pool-play win. Ziegler hit .360 almost entirely from the right side. She is a commit to the University of San Diego. Kendall Stark dished 25 assists, adding three kills and two aces. Bella Goodrich led Punahou with five kills, adding one ace. Taj Davison tallied 14 assists and one ace, while middle ...
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