Bells was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They came up short against Van Alstyne, falling 3-0. Bells was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Van Alstyne apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
Bells took the loss but they managed to make steady progress, increasing their score in every set they played. The final score came out to 25-17, 25-19, 25-20.
Savanna Young was a one-woman wrecking crew For Van Alstyne. as she had 26 digs and two aces. Young is on a roll when it comes to digs, as she's now had ten or more in each of the last 20 games she's played. Payton Murray also deserves some recognition as she posted her first assist of the season.
Bells' loss dropped their record down to 13-12. As for Van Alstyne, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won ten of their last 11 matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 19-6 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bells will challenge Callisburg at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Van Alstyne, they will host Farmersville at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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