DeKalb had lost 11 straight at home dating back to last season, but on Monday they dropped their record down to 1-16 to make it 12. They lost 3-0 to the Heritage Patriots. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Barons of the 3-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2024.
Brady Culler paced DeKalb's offense, picking up six kills. Culler got some help from Elliott Neal and his nine assists. Culler was also solid from the service line: he led the team with two aces.
As for Heritage, they are on a roll lately: they've won eight of their last nine matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 11-2 record this season. The win made it back-to-back victories for they.
Heritage found their leader in sophomore Chase Buuck, who had six digs and four aces. Alexander Nagel also deserves some recognition as he posted his first assist of the season.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. DeKalb will take on rival Fort Wayne North Side at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Heritage is set to challenge their familiar foe Leo at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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