Wakefield Memorial was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They came up short against the Essex Tech Hawks, falling 3-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Hawks this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 3-0 last Thursday.
Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-17, 25-5, 25-15.
Barrett Cross was his usual excellent self, getting eight aces and one block for Essex Tech. Cross is also crushing it when it comes to assists: he's posted at least 21 every time he's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Jack Booth, who had 14 kills and three digs.
Wakefield Memorial's defeat dropped their record down to 1-7. As for Essex Tech, the win was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 5-1.
Coming up, Wakefield Memorial will challenge Woburn Memorial at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The last four games the Tanners have played have been within one set, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Essex Tech, they will look to defend their home court on Friday against Arlington at 6:00 p.m.
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