On Tuesday, the Vanguard Academy Valiant didn't have quite enough to beat the Merit Preparatory Academy Knights and fell 3-2.
Vanguard Academy took Merit Preparatory Academy into a fifth set but they suffered a heartbreaking seven-point loss. The final score came out to 22-25, 25-20, 25-20, 22-25, 15-8.
Despite the defeat, Vanguard Academy saw an underclassman step up: Luella Johsnon had ten digs.
Vanguard Academy's loss dropped their record down to 2-5. As for Merit Preparatory Academy, the win snapped their losing streak at 17 games dating back to last season and leaves them with a 1-5 record.
Vanguard Academy will challenge American Prep WV at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. American Prep WV will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Vanguard Academy surely won't give up without a fight. As for Merit Preparatory Academy, they have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome Utah Military Academy - Camp Williams at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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