Indian Creek was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were a single set away from ending the streak, but they lost a 2-1 heartbreaker at the hands of the Mendota Trojans. The Timberwolves were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Trojans apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
In a back-and-forth that saw neither team win consecutive sets, Indian Creek sadly dropped the once that decided the match. The match finished with set scores of 25-16, 23-25, 25-21.
Mendota found their leader in sophomore Zariah Escatel, who had 11 digs and four aces. Those four aces set a new season-high mark for Escatel.
Indian Creek's loss dropped their record down to 1-17. As for Mendota, their win ended a six-game drought at home and bumped them up to 4-13.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Indian Creek will take on LaMoille/Ohio at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Mendota, they will challenge Kewanee at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The last four games the Boilermakers have played have been within one set, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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