Charleston hadn't done well against Mattoon recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Charleston Trojans had just enough and edged the Mattoon Greenwave out 2-1. The win was some much needed relief for the Trojans as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
It was an exciting match in which no team won back-to-back sets, but at the end of the day Charleston got the one that really mattered. The match finished with set scores of 25-23, 22-25, 25-15.
Mattoon's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Nadya Paredes, who had seven digs and 12 assists. The team also got some help courtesy of Nina Stortzum, who had ten digs and two aces.
Charleston's victory bumped their record up to 7-13. As for Mattoon, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-14 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Charleston's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Taylorville at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Mattoon, they will welcome Mahomet-Seymour at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Mahomet-Seymour will roll in looking for their seventh straight win, something Mattoon surely won't give up without a fight.
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