Pius X was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were a single set away from ending the streak, but they lost a 2-1 heartbreaker at the hands of the Elkhorn South Storm. The Thunderbolts were not able to make up for their defeat to the Storm from their previous meeting back in October of 2024.
Elkhorn South found their leader in freshman Finley Tate, who had nine digs and two aces.
Pius X's loss dropped their record down to 15-12. As for Elkhorn South, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-7 record this season.
Pius X wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 2-0 win against Lincoln Southeast on the 4th. As for Elkhorn South, they have also already played their next match, a 2-1 defeat against Marian on the 4th.
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