The Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They were a single set away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-2 heartbreaker at the hands of St. Mary's Academy. The Academy was not able to make up for their defeat to St. Mary's Academy from their previous meeting back in November of 2024.
Ava Gallegos paced The Academy's offense, picking up 16 kills. Gallegos got some help from Olivia Luxner and her 23 assists. Olivia Deleon controlled things from the service line, finishing with three aces.
The Academy's loss dropped their record down to 5-12. As for St. Mary's Academy, the win got them back to even at 8-8.
The Academy has already played their next match, a 3-1 victory against Jefferson Academy on the 22nd. As for St. Mary's Academy, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next matchup, a 3-0 defeat against Forge Christian on the 20th.
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