Monticello was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat. They came up short against the Louisa County Lions, falling 3-0. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Mustangs of the 3-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in October of 2023.
Monticello took the loss but they managed to make steady progress, increasing their score in every set they played. The match finished with set scores of 25-18, 25-21, 25-22.
Despite the loss, Monticello still got an impressive performance from Nadia Mithqal, who had 16 digs and two aces. Mithqal is on a roll when it comes to digs, as she's now had 11 or more in the last eight games she's played dating back to last season.
Monticello's defeat dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Louisa County, they pushed their record up to 6-2 with the victory, which was their third straight at home.
Monticello will welcome Madison County at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Louisa County, they will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Fluvanna County at 7:00 p.m. on October 1st.
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