Pike was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were a single set away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-2 heartbreaker at the hands of the Warren Central Warriors. While the Red Devils didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Warriors 25-16 in the first set.
Pike took a 2-1 lead headed into the fourth set, but sadly they lost the next two. The final score came out to 16-25, 25-19, 20-25, 25-21, 15-10.
Dean Moxam paced Pike's offense, picking up 13 kills. Moxam got some help from PP Moo and his 27 assists. Finally, Moxam was also a dominant defender, finishing with a team-high two blocks.
Pike's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Warren Central, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Pike will get a bit of extra time to process the loss as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Ben Davis at 7:00 p.m. on April 7. As for Warren Central, they will look to defend their home court on Thursday against Center Grove at 6:00 p.m.
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