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Concordia University, Nebraska Volleyball Team Outlasts Indiana Wesleyan in Thrilling Five-Set Match

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In a highly competitive match, the fourth-ranked Concordia University, Nebraska Volleyball team outlasted top-ranked, two-time defending national champion Indiana Wesleyan University, 24-26, 25-21, 25-27, 25-17, 15-10. The match was played on August 22 at the home court of the Wildcats in Marion, Ind. The Bulldogs, coached by Ben Boldt, showcased their resilience and determination, ultimately securing a victory in the fifth set.

Key Takeaways:

  • The match was a close and intense five-setter, with Concordia's freshman Laynee Baker delivering a game-winning kill to seal the victory for the Bulldogs.
  • Ashley Keck and Molli Martin led the team with outstanding performances, with Keck filling the stat sheet with 14 kills, 31 digs, and five blocks, while Martin posted career highs in kills (13) and blocks (10).
  • Concordia's front row produced a total of 22 blocks, compared to 12 for Indiana Wesleyan, with Molli Martin and Ava Greene leading the way with eight and five blocks, respectively.
  • The Bulldogs swept the event at the two-day Power Quad, defeating Columbia College (Mo.) and MidAmerica Nazarene University (Kan.) on Thursday before taking down top-ranked Indiana Wesleyan on Friday.
  • Coach Ben Boldt's team has now taken down powerhouse Indiana Wesleyan for a second consecutive August, showing their growing strength and confidence.

Statistics:

  • Concordia University, Nebraska Volleyball team's overall record improves to 4-0.
  • The team's hitting percentage for the match was .125, while Indiana Wesleyan's was .039.
  • Libero Emma Brueggemann left the match after taking a blow to the nose, was replaced by Lanie Brott, and later Shandy Faalii, who collected 27 digs.
  • Two-time NAIA National Setter of the Year Abbigail Porter collected 45 assists for Indiana Wesleyan.
  • The Wildcats' (2-1) 36-match win streak was snapped on Friday.

Sources:

  • Concordia University Athletics news release (exact wording and format as provided)

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