Axtell was the 3-0 winner over Elm Creek when they last played one another back in September of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Wildcats lost 3-0 to the Buffaloes on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Wildcats have suffered against the Buffaloes since October 17, 2019.
While Axtell ultimately came up short, they really made Elm Creek work, particularly in the second set. The match finished with set scores of 25-16, 26-24, 25-15.
Emily Danburg paced Axtell's offense, picking up 13 kills. Danburg got some help from Madison Wells and her 21 assists. Finally, Morgan Hawkins kept Axtell's defense grounded, leading the team with two blocks.
Elm Creek found their leader in freshman Reece Steiner, who had 29 digs and two assists. Those 29 digs set a new season-high mark for Steiner.
This is the second loss in a row for Axtell and nudges their season record down to 2-2. As for Elm Creek, the victory also got them back to even at 2-2.
Coming up, Axtell will challenge Overton on Tuesday. As for Elm Creek, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Franklin at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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