Hilmar was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They lost 3-0 to the Escalon Cougars. The Yellowjackets were not able to make up for their defeat to the Cougars from their previous meeting back in April of 2024.
While Hilmar ultimately came up short, they really made Escalon work, particularly in the second set. The match finished with set scores of 25-15, 26-24, 25-15.
Escalon can attribute much of their success to Aydun Melo, who had 14 digs and four assists.
Hilmar's loss dropped their record down to 4-11. As for Escalon, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 4-3 record this season.
Hilmar is taking a road trip to face off against Waterford at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Escalon, they will welcome Beyer at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Escalon is on a three-game streak of home wins, Beyer a three-game streak of away wins -- so someone will have to leave a streak behind on the court.
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