Daniel didn't have done well against Pickens recently (they were 0-9 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Daniel Lions had just enough and edged the Pickens Blue Flame out 3-2. The win was familiar territory for the Lions who have now won three matchups in a row.
Daniel took Pickens into a fifth set where they got it done with a two-point win. The final score came out to 25-17, 25-20, 17-25, 24-26, 15-13.
Daniel's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Blakley Pilgrim, who had 19 digs. Chloe Miller was another key player, getting three digs and 27 assists.
Daniel kept the net locked down and finished the game with 14 blocks. That's the most blocks they've posted since back in September of 2023.
Daniel is on a roll lately: they've won nine of their last ten contests, which provided a nice bump to their 15-5 record this season. As for Pickens, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 11-10.
Daniel will be playing in front of their home fans against Blue Ridge at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Pickens, they will venture away from home to face off against Seneca at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Seneca will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Pickens surely won't give up without a fight.
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