Aztec was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss. They took a 3-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Shiprock Chieftains. The Tigers were not able to make up for their defeat to the Chieftains from their previous meeting back in October of 2024.
Aztec started the match hot and won the first set, but they struggled down the stretch and lost the last three. The final score came out to 23-25, 25-15, 25-9, 25-14.
Riley Yoakum paced Aztec's offense, picking up ten kills. Yoakum got some help from Jazzlyn Gomez and her 20 assists. Gomez and Yoakum were also some pesky defenders, as each blocked three attacks.
Aztec's loss dropped their record down to 6-9. As for Shiprock, they now have a winning record of 8-7.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming matches. Aztec will face off against Kirtland Central at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Broncos will roll in looking for their tenth straight win, something the Tigers surely won't give up without a fight. As for Shiprock, they will challenge Gallup at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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