Leipsic hadn't done well against Liberty-Benton recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Monday. The Leipsic Vikings came out on top against the Liberty-Benton Eagles by a score of 3-1. The Vikings' victory was nothing new given the team hasn't lost yet this season.
Leipsic had a slow start but a hot finish: after dropping the first set, they turned around to win the next three. The match finished with set scores of 23-25, 25-23, 25-22, 25-21.
Despite the loss, Liberty-Benton still got an impressive performance from Maddy Amstutz, who had 30 digs and two aces. The team also got some help courtesy of Ellie Norman, who had ten digs.
Leipsic's win was their 15th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 17-0. As for Liberty-Benton, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 12-6 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Leipsic's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Kalida at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Liberty-Benton, they will welcome Van Buren at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Van Buren will roll in looking for their seventh straight victory, something Liberty-Benton surely won't give up without a fight.
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