After flying high against Howard Tech last Tuesday, Bradley Central came back down to earth. The Bradley Central Bears came up short against the Cleveland Blue Raiders on Thursday, falling 3-0. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Bears have suffered since October 9, 2023.
Bradley Central was not held off the scoreboard, but that almost wasn't the case: they kept the second set very close. The final score came out to 25-17, 25-12, 25-22.
Despite the defeat, Bradley Central saw an underclassman step up: Wyatt Powell had nine digs.
Bradley Central has traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 15-11 record this season. As for Cleveland, they pushed their record up to 24-10 with the victory, which was their fifth straight on the road.
Bradley Central will venture away from home to challenge Walker Valley at 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Bradley Central is facing Walker Valley at the right time seeing as Walker Valley is stuck on a six-game losing streak. As for Cleveland, they will welcome Maryville at 2:00 p.m. on Friday. The last three games Maryville has played have been within one set, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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