Midlothian took a three-set loss the last time they faced off against Timber Creek, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Panthers won by a set and slipped past the Falcons 3-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Panthers have posted since August 15th.

Layla Jordan
08/29/25 vs Timber Creek | 26 |
08/26/25 vs Aledo | 20 |
08/14/25 vs Memorial | 20 |
08/16/25 vs Eastwood | 16 |
08/15/25 @ Mansfield Legacy | 15 |
Midlothian was led to victory by Layla Jordan and Sheridan Riles. Jordan had 26 assists and 14 digs, while Riles had 34 digs and three aces. Those 26 assists gave Jordan a new career-high.
They weren't the only good server: Midlothian was lethal from the service line and finished the game with 11 aces. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Timber Creek only served five aces.
When it comes to explaining why Timber Creek lost on Friday, don't look at Lillian Day. Despite the final result, she had 25 assists and ten digs. Day has been hot, having posted 18 or more assists the last five times she's played.
Midlothian moved to 11-10 with that victory, which also ended their four-game losing streak. As for Timber Creek, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-8.
Midlothian wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 3-0 loss against Byron Nelson on the 30th. As for Timber Creek, they have also already played their next matchup, a 3-1 win against Coppell on the 30th.
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