Bartlett was the 3-0 winner over DeSoto Central when they last played one another back in September of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Panthers took a 2-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Jaguars on Friday.
The defeat didn't mean the game wasn't competitive: DeSoto Central scored at least 20 points in every set. The final score came out to 25-21, 25-20.
Kailee Almeria and Ella Shellenbarger certainly did their best on Friday to avoid the loss. Almeria had nine digs and one assist, while Shellenbarger had five assists and four digs.
DeSoto Central was led to victory by Marlee Mueller and Hallie Willis. Mueller had nine digs and two aces, while Willis had four digs.
Bartlett has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-14 record this season. As for DeSoto Central, their victory bumped their record up to 17-9.
Bartlett has already played their next contest, a 2-0 loss against Northpoint Christian on the 20th. As for DeSoto Central, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next match, a 2-1 win against Madison-Ridgeland Academy on the 20th.
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