For whatever reason, it's the away team that's had the advantage when Miller and Fairfield Christian Academy meet (three straight games heading into this one) and that held true again on Tuesday. The Falcons fell just short of the Knights by a score of 3-2. The Falcons were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Knights apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
Miller took Fairfield Christian Academy into a fifth set but they suffered a heartbreaking 11-point loss. The final score came out to 17-25, 25-19, 21-25, 25-22, 15-4.
Candice Welsh was nothing short of spectacular for Fairfield Christian Academy: she had 14 digs and five aces. Welsh is also crushing it when it comes to assists: she's posted at least 16 every time she's taken the court this season. Abby Heisner was another key player, getting eight digs and five aces.
Miller's loss dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Fairfield Christian Academy, their win ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-1.
Looking ahead, Miller will venture away from home to challenge Millersport at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Falcons are facing the Lakers at the right time seeing as the Lakers are stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Fairfield Christian Academy, they will be playing at home against Berne Union at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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