Mercer came into their game on Tuesday off a hard-fought close win, but unfortunately suffered a serious change of fortune. They came up short against Erie First Christian Academy, falling 3-0. The Mustangs were not able to make up for their loss to Erie First Christian Academy from their previous meeting back in September of 2024.
While Erie First Christian Academy got the win, Mercer sure made them earn it: two sets took extra rallies. The match finished with set scores of 26-24, 26-24, 25-13.
Ainsley Baldwin paced Mercer's offense, picking up 14 kills. Baldwin got some help from Farren Baldwin and her nine assists. Farren was also solid from the service line: she led the team with five aces.
Leading Erie First Christian Academy to victory were Shaye Maya and Alena Gonzalez. Maya had 11 digs and one assist, while Gonzalez had four digs and one assist.
Having lost for the first time this season, Mercer fell to 4-1. As for Erie First Christian Academy, the win keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Coming up, Mercer will square off against Moniteau at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday. As for Erie First Christian Academy, they will look to defend their home court on Thursday against Seneca at 7:00 p.m.
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