DeKalb was the 2-0 winner over Neuqua Valley when they last played one another back in October of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Barbs fell 2-0 to the Wildcats on Thursday. The Barbs have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back matches.
DeKalb was the model of consistency in the loss, scoring 18 points in every single set they played. Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-18, 25-18.
Isabelle Smith paced DeKalb's offense, picking up five kills. Smith got some help from Jaden Longeville and her seven assists. Longeville was also solid from the service line: she led the team with two aces.
DeKalb now has a losing record of 9-10. As for Neuqua Valley, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-11 record this season.
DeKalb will be taking part in a tournament against Belvidere North at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Neuqua Valley, they will face off against Naperville North at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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