Providence managed to slip by Watauga the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Panthers came up short against the Pioneers on Saturday, falling 3-0. The Panthers' loss continues a trend for the team, making it three in a row.
While Providence was kept off the board, it wasn't for a lack of trying: they cut into Watauga's winning margin in every set. The match finished with set scores of 25-11, 25-14, 25-19.
Watauga found their leader in sophomore Caroline Childers, who had 20 digs and six aces. Those six aces set a new season-high mark for Childers. Lilli Combs was another key player, getting 11 digs and one assist.
Providence's defeat dropped their record down to 2-4. As for Watauga, their win was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 4-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Providence will challenge Butler at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Watauga, they will take on Hickory at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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