After flying high against Galion on Tuesday, Shelby came back down to earth. The Whippets came up short against the Highland Fighting Scots on Thursday, falling 3-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Fighting Scots this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 3-1 back in August.
Shelby couldn't get the win, but they sure gave Highland a tough time in the second set. The match finished with set scores of 25-15, 30-28, 25-17.
Highland's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from MaKaylee Merckling, who had 17 digs and three assists. Merckling is on a roll when it comes to digs, as she's now had 16 or more in each of the last six games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Riley Walker, who had ten digs and two aces.
Shelby's defeat dropped their record down to 6-6. As for Highland, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-5 record this season.
Shelby will look to defend their home court on Monday against Lucas at 7:00 p.m. The Whippets are facing the Cubs at the right time seeing as the Cubs are stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Highland, they have already played their next matchup, a 3-0 loss against Big Walnut on the 20th.
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