Chelsea Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell 3-1 to the Paul VI Panthers. The Knights were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Panthers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2023.
Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-16, 25-23, 18-25, 25-15.
Despite the defeat, Chelsea Academy had strong showings from Ivy Akers, who had seven digs and two aces, and Ava Barvick, who had nine kills and three digs. That's the most aces Akers has posted in her last seven matchups.
Chelsea Academy's loss dropped their record down to 14-7. As for Paul VI, they have been performing well recently as they've won seven of their last nine contests, which provided a massive bump to their 9-8 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Chelsea Academy will head out to square off against Oakcrest at 5:45 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Paul VI, they are taking a road trip to face off against Bishop McNamara at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Paul VI is coming into the match hot, having won their last four games.
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