It was a proper cat-fight when Triad challenged Fairbanks on Thursday. The Cardinals lost 3-0 to the Panthers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Cardinals of the 3-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in October of 2024.
Kimber Instine paced Triad's offense, picking up six kills. Instine got some help from Jenna Jones and her 15 assists.
Leading Fairbanks to victory were Sara Lynch and Sophie Bostwick. Lynch had nine digs and three aces, while Bostwick had six aces. Lynch is crushing it when it comes to aces: she's served at least two every time she's taken the court this season.
Triad dropped their record down to 3-2 with the defeat, which was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season. As for Fairbanks, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Triad wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 3-0 win against Elgin on the 30th. As for Fairbanks, they will venture away from home to square off against Greeneview at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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