Benton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat. They lost 3-0 to the River Ridge Timberwolves. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Zephyrs of the 3-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September.
While Benton was not able to make it on the board, they still kept things close, especially in the second set. Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-16, 25-22, 25-11.
Benton's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Layla Groom, who had six digs, a kill, and 13 assists.
Benton's loss dropped their record down to 2-20. As for River Ridge, the victory snapped their losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 10-11 record.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Benton will take on Potosi at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for River Ridge, they will challenge Belmont at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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