Richfield and Northfield squared off in some playoff action on Wednesday, but Richfield had to settle for second. They came up short against the Northfield Raiders, falling 3-0.
The match finished with set scores of 25-15, 25-17, 25-12.
Despite the defeat, Richfield saw an underclassman step up: Olivia Whittaker had nine digs and two aces. That's the most aces Whittaker has posted in her last 11 games.
Richfield's loss was their fourth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 10-14-1. As for Northfield, they have been performing well recently as they've won 11 of their last 14 matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 21-8 record this season.
Richfield does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Northfield, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Benilde-St. Margaret's at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The last three games Benilde-St. Margaret's has played have been within one set, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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