Licking Valley lost against Utica back in October of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Panthers fell just short of the Redskins by a score of 3-2. Panthers fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team has lost against the Redskins since Thursday.
Licking Valley couldn't get the win, but they sure gave Utica a tough time in the third set. The final score came out to 25-23, 18-25, 28-30, 25-13, 15-9.
Emory Whisner paced Licking Valley's offense, picking up 12 kills. Whisner got some help from Sami Whitehair and her 25 assists. Whisner also made an impact serving: she shared the team lead in aces with Emily Conaway, each putting up three.
Utica got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Callie Baker out in front who had 15 digs and one assist. Another player making a difference was Jessi Paxton, who had 13 digs and three assists.
This is the second loss in a row for Licking Valley and nudges their season record down to 11-11. As for Utica, they have been performing well recently as they've won ten of their last 12 matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 18-4 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Licking Valley will be taking part in a tournament against Heath at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Utica, they will take on Amanda-Clearcreek in a tournament on Tuesday.
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