It was a good run, but Myers Park unfortunately witnessed the end of their seven-game winning streak on Wednesday. They fell just short of the Cuthbertson Cavaliers by a score of 3-2. The Mustangs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cavaliers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in October of 2023.
Myers Park actually scored more points across those five sets (102-101), but sadly they still had to settle for second. After all that action, the final score was 25-23, 16-25, 20-25, 25-19, 15-10.
When it comes to explaining why Myers Park lost, don't look at Cameron Cox. Despite the final result, she had 15 digs.
Even though they lost, Myers Park was lethal from the service line and finished the game with ten aces. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now served at least ten aces in eight consecutive games.
Cuthbertson found their leader in underclassman Madison Shott, who had nine digs and 13 assists. Those nine digs set a new season-high mark for her.
Myers Park's loss dropped their record down to 7-6. As for Cuthbertson, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matches, which provided a nice bump to their 11-3 record this season.
Myers Park will look to defend their home court on Thursday against Berry at 6:30 p.m. As for Cuthbertson, they will welcome Porter Ridge at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Porter Ridge is coming into the contest with three straight defeats on the road, meaning Cuthbertson will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory.
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