Heartland suffered their biggest defeat since October 23, 2023 on Tuesday. They came up short against the Sutton Mustangs, falling 3-0. The loss continues a trend for the Huskies in their matchups with the Mustangs: they've now lost five in a row.
The final score came out to 25-21, 25-14, 25-16.
When it comes to explaining why Heartland lost, don't look at Isabel Johnson. Despite the final result, she had 14 digs. Johnson is on a roll when it comes to digs, as she's now had five or more in the last 36 games she's played dating back to last season.
Heartland's defeat dropped their record down to 1-7. As for Sutton, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matches, which provided a nice bump to their 4-5 record this season.
Heartland will look to take advantage of their home-court for the first time this season as they take on Thayer Central on Thursday. Thayer Central will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Heartland surely won't give up without a fight. As for Sutton, they will venture away from home to take on Grand Island Central Catholic at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Sutton is no doubt hoping to put an end to a six-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
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