Monument Valley had to start their season on the road on Thursday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They came up short against the Shiprock Chieftains, falling 3-0. The Cougars were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Chieftains apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in August of 2024.
While Monument Valley ultimately came up short, they really made Shiprock work, particularly in the first set. Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 28-26, 25-22, 25-19.
Nicolette Howard was a one-woman wrecking crew For Shiprock. as she had 27 digs and one assist. That's the most digs Howard has posted since back in October of 2024.
Coming up, Monument Valley will head out to face off against Whitehorse at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The match will give the Cougars their first taste of in-conference action this season. As for Shiprock, they will look to defend their home court on Thursday against Wingate at 6:00 p.m.
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