Appleton North extended their losing streak to nine on Thursday, dropping them down to 1-19. They came up short against the Hortonville Polar Bears, falling 3-0. The Lightning were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Polar Bears apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
Appleton North's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Kerstyn Ott, who had 14 assists and nine digs, and Ariel Xiong, who had eight digs.
As for Hortonville, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six contests. That's provided a massive bump to their 12-9 record this season. That three set margin sets a new team best for them this season.
Hortonville's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Katie Pomasl, who had four digs and four aces. That's the most aces Pomasl has posted since back in October of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Avery Hietpas, who had five digs and three aces.
Appleton North wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 2-0 defeat against Catholic Memorial on the 26th. As for Hortonville, they have also already played their next match, a 2-0 victory against Chilton on the 27th.
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