Point Pleasant's game last Monday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They put the hurt on the Lincoln County Panthers with a sharp 3-0 win. The victory was some much needed relief for the Big Blacks as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-22, 25-18, 25-7.
Point Pleasant was lethal from the service line and finished the game with 17 aces. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now served at least five aces in four consecutive matches.
Point Pleasant's win ended a 13-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-5. As for Lincoln County, they have been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last eight contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-12 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Point Pleasant will face off against Marietta at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Marietta is coming into the matchup with six straight victories on the road, so Point Pleasant will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Lincoln County, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Ripley at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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