Newman Grove/St. Edward was the 2-0 winner over Archangels Catholic when they last played one another back in September of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Panthers took a 2-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Defenders on Tuesday. The Panthers have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
The match finished with set scores of 25-18, 25-15.
Newman Grove/St. Edward's offense was headlined by Kailey Patzel and Katelyn Werts, who picked up three kills apiece. Patzel also shared the team's lead in assists with Olivia Reardon: they picked up three each. Werts was also solid from the service line: she led the team with three aces.
Newman Grove/St. Edward's loss dropped their record down to 4-3. As for Archangels Catholic, the win got them back to even at 2-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Newman Grove/St. Edward will square off against Nebraska Lutheran on Thursday. As for Archangels Catholic, they will take on Plainview on Thursday. The Pirates will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something the Defenders surely won't give up without a fight.
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