Central Hardin faced Ballard in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. Central Hardin took a 2-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of Ballard. Central Hardin was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Ballard apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2020.
Central Hardin's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Graci Blair, who had nine assists and four digs, and Katelynn Camenzind, who had five digs. Audrey Stearman also deserves some recognition as she served her first ace of the season.
Ballard was led to victory by Ruby Tennen and Gabby Stintson. Tennen had five digs and two aces, while Stintson had seven assists and four digs.
Central Hardin's loss dropped their record down to 18-7. As for Ballard, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 13 of their last 15 matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 19-3 record this season.
Central Hardin has already played their next contest, a 2-1 win against Highlands on the 3rd. As for Ballard, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next matchup, a 2-0 victory against South Oldham on the 3rd.
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