There's no place like home for Maine West, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Tuesday. They won by a set and slipped past the Niles North Vikings 2-1. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Warriors as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.
Maine West had a slow start but a hot finish: after dropping the first set, they turned around to win the next two. The final score came out to 17-25, 25-19, 25-22.
Among those leading the charge was Bella Jacobshagen, who had 12 digs and two aces. That's the most aces she has posted since back in September of 2023.
Maine West's win ended a 13-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 4-10. As for Niles North, they dropped their record down to 5-11 with the defeat, which was their fourth straight on the road dating back to last season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Maine West will take on Rolling Meadows at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Rolling Meadows will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Maine West surely won't give up without a fight. As for Niles North, they are taking a road trip to face off against Vernon Hills at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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