Brook Hill JV rebounded from a slow start on the road against Dallas Christian Thursday to win Game 2 and force a deciding third game, but fell short in completing the comeback in a 25-17, 25-27, 25-18 loss.

Sophomore Kaitlyn Rhea paced the Lady Guard on offense with 5 kills while sophomore Zoe Hayes was the leader on defense with 10 digs. Freshman Jaylen Wheat finished with 8 digs with fellow sophomore Grace Helman and freshman Madeline Reed totaling 5 digs apiece.

Brook Hill continued its strong serving with five different players notching ace serves. Leading the pace was sophomore Julia Hardiman, who finished with 3 aces.

Brook Hill will be on the road again Thursday against Frisco Legacy Christian. The match is scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m.

Lady Guard Stats

Aces: Zoe Hayes, 1; Autumn Webb, 2; Julia Hardiman, 3; Madeline Reed, 2; Kaitlyn Rhea, 2.

Kills: Jaylen Wheat, 1; Zoe Hayes, 1; Autumn Webb, 2; Julia Hardiman, 1; Madeline Reed, 4; Lori Wise, 2; Morgan Carpenter, 1; Kaitlyn Rhea, 5.

Blocks: Autumn Webb, 1.

Assists: Zoe Hayes, 4; Julia Hardiman, 5; Grace Helman, 2.

Digs: Jaylen Wheat, 8; Zoe Hayes, 10; Autumn Webb, 3; Julia Hardiman, 2; Grace Helman, 5; Kaitlyn Rhea, 2.