If Thomas MacLaren School was feeling good fresh off their 3-0 takedown of Elbert on Tuesday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Highlanders took a 3-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Peyton Panthers on Thursday. The Highlanders were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Panthers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
The defeat didn't mean the game wasn't competitive: Peyton scored at least 17 points in every set. The match finished with set scores of 25-18, 25-19, 23-25, 25-17.
Thomas MacLaren School's offense was headlined by Sara Christensen and Hannah Templin, who picked up eight kills apiece. They got some help from Jane Ambuul and her 13 assists. Finally, Christensen was also a dominant defender, finishing with a team-high five blocks.
Highlanders
| 09/18/25 vs Peyton | 1-3 |
| 09/16/25 @ Elbert | 3-0 |
| 09/11/25 @ Calhan | 3-2 |
| 09/09/25 @ Rocky Ford | 3-2 |
| 09/04/25 @ Simla | 0-3 |
The loss snapped Thomas MacLaren School's winning streak at three games and leaves them with a 4-3 record. As for Peyton, they picked up their first road victory, bumping their record up to 3-6.
Looking ahead, Thomas MacLaren School will take on Palmer at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Peyton, they wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next contest, a 3-0 defeat against Rye on the 19th.
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