Palmer extended their losing streak to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 8-19. They were a single set away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-2 heartbreaker at the hands of the Newman Grove/St. Edward Panthers. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Panthers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 2-0 back in September.
Marlea Donahey paced Palmer's offense, picking up 17 kills. Donahey got some help from Kayden Tyan and her 28 assists. Donahey was also solid from the service line: she led the team with three aces.
As for Newman Grove/St. Edward, the win snapped their losing streak at six matches and leaves them with a 12-13 record. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since September 23rd.
Serenity Strong was the offensive standout of the match as she had 14 digs and three assists. That's the most assists she has posted over her last nine matchups.
Palmer didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, a 2-1 win against Fullerton on the 18th. As for Newman Grove/St. Edward, they have also already played their next match, a 3-0 defeat against Central Valley on the 16th.
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