Weir was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They took a 2-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Madonna Blue Dons. The Red Riders were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Blue Dons apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in October of 2024.
Weir was held off the scoreboard, but that almost wasn't the case: they kept the first set very close. Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-22, 25-21.
Their offense was headlined by Gabby Sprouse and Ella Kaufman, who picked up four kills apiece. They got some help from Amalia Kirlangitis and her eight assists. Kaufman also made an impact serving: she shared the team lead in aces with Kaylee Webster, racking up two apiece.
Weir's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3-1. As for Madonna, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-2-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Weir will be defending their home court for the first time this season when they go up against Wheeling Park at 6:20 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Madonna, they will host Cameron at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The contest will give the Blue Dons their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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