Stevens Point lost to Merrill back in October of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Saturday. The Stevens Point Panthers blew past the Merrill Bluejays 3-0.
The final score came out to 25-19, 25-14, 25-14.
Stevens Point was led to victory by Addi Peskie and Katie Kornowski. Peskie had seven aces and five digs, while Kornowski had ten digs, two blocks, and a kill. Kornowski is also on a roll when it comes to assists, as she's now posted 14 or more in the last 22 games she's played dating back to last season.
Stevens Point was lethal from the service line and finished the game with 16 aces. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now served at least five aces in 13 consecutive contests.
Stevens Point's victory bumped their record up to 18-3. As for Merrill, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 10-13 record this season.
Coincidentally, both will both be playing Wausau East the next time they take the court. Merrill will head out to face Wausau East at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, while Stevens Point will host them at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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