Kiel suffered their biggest defeat since October 10, 2023 on Thursday. They came up short against the Valders Vikings, falling 3-0. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Raiders of the 3-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in October of 2023.
Kiel took the loss but they managed to make steady progress, increasing their score in every set they played. The match finished with set scores of 25-16, 25-22, 27-25.
Arianna Hernandez was the offensive standout of the matchup as she had five digs and two aces. That's the most aces she has posted since back in September of 2023.
Kiel's defeat ended a five-game streak of away wins and brought them to 16-6. As for Valders, they pushed their record up to 27-5 with the victory, which was their seventh straight at home.
Kiel and Denmark are set to duel on Monday. Denmark will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Kiel surely won't give up without a fight. As for Valders, they will challenge Two Rivers at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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