It was a proper cat-fight when Durand-Arkansaw challenged Spring Valley on Tuesday. The Panthers lost 3-0 to the Cardinals. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Panthers have suffered since October 26, 2024.
While Durand-Arkansaw was not able to make it on the board, they still kept things close, especially in the third set. Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-21, 25-14, 25-22.
Their offense was headlined by Jessica Wood and Ella Sinz, who picked up eight kills apiece. They got some help from Gabby Sailer and her 15 assists.
Spring Valley found their leader in freshman Kemri Schlegel, who had 14 digs and two assists. Schlegel has been hot recently, having posted 11 or more digs the last four times she's played.
Durand-Arkansaw has been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 15-13 record this season. As for Spring Valley, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 18-10.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Durand-Arkansaw is set to take on their familiar foe Chetek-Weyerhaeuser at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Spring Valley will square off against rival Glenwood City at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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