Howell was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their seventh straight loss dating back to last season. They fell 3-1 to the Incarnate Word Academy Red Knights. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Vikings of the 3-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2024.
Howell couldn't get the win, but they sure gave Incarnate Word Academy a tough time in the third set. Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-17, 25-21, 30-32, 25-13.
Howell's offense was headlined by Emma Perrington and Aubrey Kane, who picked up nine kills apiece. They got some help from Grace Thompson and her 19 assists. Kane also made an impact serving: she shared the team lead in aces with Grace Seaman, racking up three apiece.
Howell's loss dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Incarnate Word Academy, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Howell wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 3-2 win against Lutheran on the 9th. As for Incarnate Word Academy, they will head out to challenge Nerinx Hall at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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