It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Unity Christian had no problem doing just that on Thursday. They were the clear victors by a 3-0 margin over the Hearts Academy Panthers. The Lions haven't had any issues with the Panthers recently, as the game was their seventh consecutive win against them.

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Among those leading the charge was Ana Lopez, who had five aces. What's more, she posted two digs, the most she's had over her last three contests.
Unity Christian's victory bumped their record up to 18-16. As for Hearts Academy, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-11.
Unity Christian has already played their next matchup, a 3-1 win against Oakwood Christian on the 2nd. Hearts Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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