Volleyball Recap: Galena's Winning Streak Snapped at 21 Games

By Team Reports Sep 18, 2024, 6:56am

Volleyball Recap: Galena Pirates vs. Stockton Blackhawks

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It was a good run, but Galena unfortunately witnessed the end of their 21-game winning streak dating back to last season on Tuesday. They took a 2-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Stockton Blackhawks. The contest marked the first time this season in which the Pirates were not able to get on the board.

Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-20, 25-21.

When it comes to explaining why Galena lost, don't look at Abigale Merritt. Despite the final result, she had six digs and a block. Merritt is also on a roll when it comes to assists, as she's now posted ten or more in the last 50 games she's played dating back to last season.

Galena's loss ended a 13-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 10-1. As for Stockton, the victory was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 11-1.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Galena will welcome Warren at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Warren is coming into the matchup with four straight wins on the road, so Galena will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. As for Stockton, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Winnebago at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday.

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