Adams Central hadn't done well against Fort Wayne Blackhawk Christian recently (they were 0-9 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Adams Central Flying Jets were the clear victor by a 3-0 margin over the Fort Wayne Blackhawk Christian Braves. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Flying Jets.
While Adams Central won a shutout, things came down to the wire in the second set they played. The final score came out to 25-9, 25-23, 25-13.
Adams Central's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Lillie Liter, who had four digs and three aces. That's the most aces Liter has posted since back in August.
Adams Central was lethal from the service line and finished the game with 14 aces. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now served at least five aces in six consecutive games.
Despite the defeat, Fort Wayne Blackhawk Christian saw an underclassman step up: Myllah Sommer had three digs and a block. Sommer has been hot recently, having also posted 15 or more assists the last four times she's played. Another player making a difference was Kaleigh Schambach, who had four aces.
Adams Central has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matches, which provided a nice bump to their 15-5 record this season. As for Fort Wayne Blackhawk Christian, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost nine of their last 11 matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-15 record this season.
Adams Central will face off against Jay County at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Adams Central is looking to tack on another W to their six-game streak on the road. As for Fort Wayne Blackhawk Christian, they will head out to square off against Cathedral at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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