Portage's game last Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They came out on top against the United Lions by a score of 3-1. The win was some much needed relief for the Mustangs as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
Portage was staring down a 1-1 deficit headed into the third set, but they rallied to take the next two for the win. Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-21, 11-25, 25-20, 25-18.
Portage's victory ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-8. As for United, they are on a 14-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-10.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Portage will challenge Homer-Center at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Homer-Center is coming into the matchup with four straight losses on the road, meaning Portage will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win. As for United, they will face off against Ferndale at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Ferndale will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something United surely won't give up without a fight.
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