Lincoln-Way West was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell 2-0 to the Lemont Lemont HS. The Warriors were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Lemont HS apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
Lincoln-Way West was not able to win a set, but it sure wasn't from a lack of trying: every set was decided by exactly two points. The final score came out to 27-25, 25-23.
Their offense was headlined by Emma Novotny and Kaylea Armstrong, who picked up seven kills apiece. They got some help from Claire Murphy and her 11 assists. Armstrong was also solid from the service line: she led the team with three aces.
Lincoln-Way West now has a losing record of 6-7. As for Lemont, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-5 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lincoln-Way West will venture away from home to face off against Joliet West at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Lemont, they will head out to square off against Hillcrest at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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