Rio Mesa was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat. They lost 3-0 to the Santa Barbara Dons. If the Spartans were looking for revenge after losing 3-0 to the Dons when the teams met back in September of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Santa Barbara was led to victory by Paylin Marcillac and Stella Peus. Marcillac had 23 digs and three aces, while Peus had 12 digs and three aces. Marcillac is crushing it when it comes to digs: she's had at least 13 every time she's taken the court this season. Makayla Sears also deserves some recognition as she had her first kill of the season.
Rio Mesa's loss dropped their record down to 4-8. As for Santa Barbara, their record is now 4-6.
Looking ahead, Rio Mesa will challenge St. Lucy's at 4:15 p.m. on Friday. As for Santa Barbara, they will take on Oxnard at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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