Notus's game last Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They walked away with a 3-1 victory over the Centennial Baptist Mustangs. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Pirates as it put an end to their seven-game losing streak.
Notus had a slow start but a hot finish: after dropping the first set, they turned around to win the next three. The match finished with set scores of 22-25, 25-20, 25-22, 25-13.
Notus' victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Lauren Nelson, who had ten aces, six digs, and two kills. That's the most aces Nelson has posted in her last eight games. The team also got some help courtesy of Emalee Thomas, who had six aces, four kills, and two blocks.
Notus' win ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-13. As for Centennial Baptist, their loss dropped their record down to 2-13.
Notus and Liberty Charter are set to duel on Wednesday. Liberty Charter is coming into the match with six straight victories at home, so Notus will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. Centennial Baptist does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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