Leo was the 3-0 winner over Heritage when they last played one another back in September of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Lions fell 3-1 to the Patriots on Thursday. Lions fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team has lost against the Patriots since Thursday.
Leo couldn't get the win, but they sure gave Heritage a tough time in the first set. The match finished with set scores of 30-28, 23-25, 25-13, 25-18.
Heritage found their leader in freshman Kierstyn Hess, who had seven digs and four aces. Those four aces set a new season-high mark for Hess. Alexa Walter also deserves some recognition as she had her first block of the season.
Leo's loss dropped their record down to 3-8. As for Heritage, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won eight of their last nine matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-3 record this season.
Leo will welcome Fort Wayne Blackhawk Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Heritage, they will head out to challenge Fort Wayne Wayne at 7:00 p.m. on Monday.
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