Rantoul lost against Monticello back in October of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Eagles fell just short of the Sages by a score of 2-1.
In an exciting match in which no team claimed back-to-back wins, Rantoul sadly wound up on the wrong side. The match finished with set scores of 25-16, 17-25, 25-7.
Airiana Bell paced Rantoul's offense, picking up eight kills. Bell got some help from Lauren Herbert and her 17 assists. Josie Roseman controlled things from the service line, finishing with three aces.
Monticello was led to victory by Sadie Walsh and Mady Melton. Walsh had 13 digs and four aces, while Melton had 17 digs and two aces. That's the most digs Melton has posted over her last seven matchups.
Rantoul has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 9-8 record this season. As for Monticello, their victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 11-5.
Looking ahead, Rantoul will host Hoopeston at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Monticello, they will be playing at home against Arthur at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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