Smithfield hasn't had much luck against Tabb recently, but that could start to change on Thursday. The Smithfield Packers will host the Tabb Tigers at 6:30 p.m. Given that both suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this matchup.
Smithfield is headed into Thursday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game on Tuesday. They lost 3-0 to New Kent.
While Smithfield was kept off the board, it wasn't for a lack of trying: they cut into New Kent's winning margin in every set. The match finished with set scores of 25-7, 25-9, 25-17.
Meanwhile, Tabb came up short against Grafton on Thursday and fell 3-1. While the Tigers didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Clippers 26-24 in the first set.
Tabb started the match hot and won the first set, but they struggled down the stretch and lost the last three. The match finished with set scores of 24-26, 25-12, 25-17, 25-11.
Smithfield's loss dropped their record down to 5-15. As for Tabb, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-8 record this season.
Smithfield came up short against Tabb in their previous meeting back in September, falling 3-1. Will Smithfield have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more volleyball content.
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