Helix was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their ninth straight defeat dating back to last season. They were a single set away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-2 heartbreaker at the hands of the Mt. Carmel Sundevils. The Highlanders were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Sundevils apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in August of 2024.
In a back-and-forth that saw neither team win consecutive sets, Helix sadly dropped the once that decided the match. Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 26-24, 22-25, 25-21, 22-25, 15-10.
Helix's defeat dropped their record down to 0-7. As for Mt. Carmel, with the victory, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 11-8.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Helix will take on Scripps Ranch at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Mt. Carmel, they will look to defend their home court on Tuesday against University City at 6:00 p.m.
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