Fairfield was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They fell 3-1 to the Mishawaka Marian Knights. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Falcons of the 2-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in August of 2023.
The match was exciting from start to finish, as three sets needed extra rallies to gain a two-point lead. The match finished with set scores of 27-25, 25-19, 26-28, 26-24.
Mishawaka Marian was led to victory by Annie Verslype and Bri Lundy. Verslype had 13 digs and six aces, while Lundy had five digs and ten assists. That's the most aces Verslype has posted in her last seven games.
Fairfield's defeat dropped their record down to 6-15. As for Mishawaka Marian, they have been performing well recently as they've won 12 of their last 16 contests, which provided a nice bump to their 16-10 record this season.
Fairfield will face off against Central Noble at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Fairfield is facing Central Noble at the right time seeing as Central Noble is stuck on a 12-game losing streak. As for Mishawaka Marian, they will welcome New Prairie at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Mishawaka Marian will be looking to keep their five-game home win streak alive.
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