Last year, on her 17th birthday, Chloe Gollaher came off the bench to lead Waubonsie Valley to an upset victory over Metea Valley.

Thursday, on the day before her 18th birthday, the senior outside hitter was at it again, only this time she’s not a bench player anymore. She’s one of three team captains for the Warriors.

And she’s also the focal point of their offense.

“I knew I had to step up in leadership and having the girls be able to trust me,” Gollaher said. “I also trust the girls. I have to be a supportive figure on our team.”

Gollaher brought that positive energy, producing six kills, a block and an ace as visiting Waubonsie rallied for a 21-25, 25-19, 25-18 DuPage Valley Conference victory over the Mustangs in Aurora.

Addilyn Candrian tallied a match-high 13 kills for Waubo

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