Independence was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They came up short against the Willow Canyon Wildcats, falling 3-0. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Patriots of the 3-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2024.
Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-17, 25-8, 25-12.
Emma Drawant was the offensive standout of the game as she had six aces and four digs. That's the most digs she has posted over her last 17 matches. Jada Adams also deserves some recognition as she served her first aces of the season.
Independence's defeat dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Willow Canyon, the win was their first at home , bumping their record up to 11-9.
Coming up, Independence will challenge Greenway at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Willow Canyon, they will square off against Estrella Foothills at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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