Pioneer suffered their biggest defeat since October 28, 2023 on Tuesday. They lost 3-0 to the Benton Central Bison. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Panthers of the 3-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in October of 2023.
While Pioneer was kept off the board, it wasn't for a lack of trying: they cut into Benton Central's winning margin in every set. The match finished with set scores of 25-11, 25-15, 25-21.
Benton Central was led to victory by Isabella Widmer and Isabelle Adams. Widmer had 15 digs, while Adams had 17 assists. Adams is on a roll when it comes to assists, as she's now posted 12 or more in the last three games she's played dating back to last season.
Pioneer's defeat dropped their record down to 18-12. As for Benton Central, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 16 of their last 17 matches, which provided a nice bump to their 25-4 record this season.
Pioneer will venture away from home to take on West Lafayette at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. West Lafayette is coming into the matchup with seven straight victories at home, so Pioneer will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Benton Central, they will welcome Faith Christian at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Benton Central is coming into the contest hot, having won their last ten games.
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