Volleyball Recap: Jurupa Hills Falls Despite Big Games from Naomi Scott and Olivia Castanon

Jurupa Hills was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They were a single set away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-2 heartbreaker at the hands of the Rialto Knights. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Knights this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 3-0 on September 4th.

Jurupa Hills took Rialto into a fifth set but they suffered a heartbreaking six-point loss. Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-12, 25-20, 23-25, 23-25, 15-9.

Jurupa Hills' loss came despite strong showings from Olivia Castanon and Naomi Scott. Castanon had 14 digs and one assist, while Scott had 12 kills, four digs, and one block. Juliana Perez also deserves some recognition as she posted her first assist of the season.

Jurupa Hills' defeat dropped their record down to 10-13. As for Rialto, they are on a roll lately: they've won 14 of their last 17 matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 18-6 record this season.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jurupa Hills will welcome Fontana at 5:15 p.m. on Thursday. As for Rialto, they will take on Rim of the World at 5:15 p.m. on Thursday.