Austin extended their losing streak to four on Saturday, dropping them down to 6-14. They were a single set away from ending the streak, but they lost a 2-1 heartbreaker at the hands of the Southwestern Rebels. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Rebels this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 3-2 on September 4th.
As for Southwestern, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-10 record this season. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since September 11th.
Southwestern can attribute much of their success to Hillarie Buchanan, who had 28 assists and eight digs. That's the most assists Buchanan has posted over her last six matches.
Coming up, Austin will challenge Eastern at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Southwestern, they will face off against New Washington at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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