Licking Valley didn't have done well against Watkins Memorial recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Licking Valley Panthers walked away with a 3-1 win over the Watkins Memorial Warriors. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Panthers also won the last time the pair played back in September of 2023.
Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 26-24, 24-26, 25-18, 25-20.
Licking Valley got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Sophia Stokes out in front who had 17 digs. Another player making a difference was Abby Kochur, who had nine digs and two aces.
When it comes to explaining why Watkins Memorial lost, don't look at Michelle Downs. Despite the final result, she had 13 digs.
Licking Valley now has a winning record of 6-5. As for Watkins Memorial, the loss snapped their winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 5-8 record.
Licking Valley's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Fredericktown at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Watkins Memorial, they will host New Albany at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Watkins Memorial is facing New Albany at the right time seeing as New Albany is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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