Machias suffered their biggest defeat since October 25, 2023 on Friday. They lost 3-0 to the George Stevens Academy Eagles. The game marked the first time this season in which the Bulldogs were not able to get on the board.
Machias was held off the scoreboard, but that almost wasn't the case: they kept the second set very close. The match finished with set scores of 25-21, 25-23, 25-18.
Even though they lost, Machias was lethal from the service line and finished the game with 14 aces. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now served at least 11 aces in 12 consecutive matches.
Huldah Gadsby was nothing short of spectacular for George Stevens Academy: she had 24 digs. Gadsby is on a roll when it comes to digs, as she's now had 11 or more in the last five games she's played dating back to last season.
Machias' loss ended a six-game streak of away wins and brought them to 9-3. As for George Stevens Academy, their win bumped their record up to 7-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Machias will welcome Calais at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Calais will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Machias surely won't give up without a fight. As for George Stevens Academy, they have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome Mount Desert Island at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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