After a string of four wins, Dover's good fortune finally ran out on Monday. They came up short against the Tuscarawas Valley Trojans, falling 3-0. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Crimson Tornadoes have suffered since November 2, 2023.
Dover took the loss but they managed to make steady progress, increasing their score in every set they played. The match finished with set scores of 25-21, 25-22, 25-23.
Madeline Fockler and Isabelle Stoldt certainly did their best on Monday to avoid the loss. Fockler had 21 digs, while Stoldt had nine digs. Fockler is on a roll when it comes to digs, as she's now had ten or more in the last five games she's played dating back to last season.
Dover's loss ended a ten-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 18-3. As for Tuscarawas Valley, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 15-5.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Dover will challenge New Philadelphia at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Tuscarawas Valley, they will play host again on Wednesday to welcome Hiland, where the match is scheduled at 7:00 p.m.
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