ROGERS, Ark.—The Joplin Eagles were shorthanded for their 2020 debut on the volleyball court.
With a couple of key performers out of the lineup, the Eagles suffered a 25-19, 25-15, 25-18 setback at Rogers Heritage on Tuesday night.
Joplin played without Aubrey Ritter and Mya Johnson, Eagles coach Staci Saunders said.
Addison Saunders handed out 12 assists, recorded six service points, four digs and three kills to lead the Eagles (0-1). Angelina Schramm compiled eight digs, six service points and four kills.
Also for the Eagles, Allie Lawrence and Kacy Coss slammed five kills apiece. Kaylie Anderson had a team-high 18 digs and two blocks, while Lawrence had six digs.
Baileigh Riley contributed seven assists and six digs, while Logan Bruggeman had three blocks.
Joplin hosts Cassville at 7 on Thursday.
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