Pender's game last Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Wednesday. They had just enough and edged the South Columbus Stallions out 3-2. The win was some much needed relief for the Patriots as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Pender was actually outscored in aggregate across those five sets (99-85), but they still managed to win. The match finished with set scores of 25-15, 7-25, 13-25, 25-22, 15-12.
Pender's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jensen Bordeaux, who had 12 digs, seven kills, and three aces. Bordeaux has been hot recently, having posted five or more kills the last four times she's played. Charleigh Rivenbark was another key player, getting 14 digs, four kills, and two aces.
Pender's win ended a seven-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-14. As for South Columbus, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-10 record this season.
Pender and West Columbus are set to duel on Thursday. Pender is facing West Columbus at the right time seeing as West Columbus is stuck on an 11-game losing streak. As for South Columbus, they will play host again on Tuesday to welcome Whiteville, where the match is scheduled at 6:00 p.m.
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