Decatur was the 3-0 winner over Muscle Shoals when they last played one another two weeks ago, but their luck changed this time around. The Red Raiders took a 3-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Trojans on Tuesday. While the Red Raiders didn't get the win, they did start the game off strong, beating the Trojans 25-16 in the first set.
Decatur started the match hot and won the first set, but they struggled down the stretch and lost the last three. The match finished with set scores of 16-25, 25-21, 25-15, 25-18.

Virginia Pylant
09/30/25 @ Muscle Shoals | 23 |
09/25/25 vs Priceville | 13 |
09/25/25 vs Decatur Heritage Christian Academy | 3 |
09/25/25 vs West Morgan | 12 |
09/22/25 @ Athens | 12 |
+ 24 more games |
Despite the loss, Decatur still got an impressive performance from Virginia Pylant, who had 23 digs and two assists. With that strong performance, Pylant is now averaging an impressive 10.4 digs per game.
Decatur has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 13-20 record this season. As for Muscle Shoals, their win ended a three-match drought at home and bumped them up to 12-12.
Looking ahead, Decatur will challenge Lawrence County at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Muscle Shoals, they will head out on the road to take on Hartselle at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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