Phelps was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They were two sets away from ending the streak, but they lost a 2-1 heartbreaker at the hands of the Mellen Grainte Diggers.
Phelps' offense was headlined by Brook Barnekow and Emma Hafer, who picked up four kills apiece. Barnekow really made an impact as she also led the team in assists with four. Keira Riihimaki controlled things from the service line, finishing with six aces.
Phelps' defeat dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Mellen, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it.
Phelps wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 2-0 loss against Chequamegon on the 29th. As for Mellen, they will host Ashland at 5:45 p.m. on Monday.
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