Van Wert was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat dating back to last season. They lost 3-0 to the Elida Bulldogs. The Cougars were not able to make up for their loss to the Bulldogs from their previous meeting back in October of 2024.
The final score came out to 25-12, 25-7, 25-11.
Van Wert's offense was headlined by Amaya Dowdy and Bella Wise, who picked up six kills apiece. They got some help from Brissia Ickes and her eight assists.
Van Wert's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Elida, the win got them back to even at 1-1.
Coming up, Van Wert will square off against Kalida at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Wildcats will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Cougars surely won't give up without a fight. As for Elida, they will welcome Columbus Grove at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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