When the Dripping Springs Tigers needed a momentum boost Nov. 2, they held a block party to get in the groove.

An imposing presence at the net, along with critical points scored at key junctures, pushed Dripping Springs to a 25-17, 25-22, 25-16 area round playoff win over the Victoria West Warriors at Gonzales High.

Dripping Springs High’s Ava Pritchard (20) watches as Bryce Potter (1) passes the ball during the team’s Nov. 2 playoff game at Gonzales High. (photo by Moses Leos III)

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