Gilbert extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping them down to 4-8. They lost 3-0 to the Corona del Sol Aztecs. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Tigers of the 3-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2025.
Denim Smith paced Gilbert's offense, picking up eight kills. Smith got some help from Xander Wilson and his ten assists. Mikehl Ryli Begonia controlled things from the service line, finishing with two aces.
As for Corona del Sol, they are on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-9-2 record this season. They not only won on Monday, but they posted their biggest win since April 2nd (when they won 3-0).
Among those leading the charge was Anthony Ortizo, who had 15 digs and three aces. That's the most digs he has posted over his last eight contests.
Coming up, Gilbert will head out on the road to take on Queen Creek at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Corona del Sol, they will look to defend their home court on Wednesday against Sunnyslope at 5:30 p.m.
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