SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - USF Volleyball (11-6, 6-3 NSIC) hosted Bemidji State (5-9, 0-6 NSIC) during their second match of the weekend coming away with a 3-1 victory. 

MATCH DETAILS 

Final Score: USF 3, BSU 1 (25-22, 20-25, 25-16, 25-22) 

Team Records: USF 10-6, UMC 5-8 

Attendance: 204 

MATCH RECAP 

The Cougars put together an impressive all-around performance, showcasing their offensive firepower and defensive prowess in their latest match. The team posted an efficient .310 hitting average, creating numerous opportunities for points throughout the game. Leading the offensive charge was #3 Sadie Voss, who hammered down 17 kills, while #10 Audrey Gates added 13 crucial kills to keep the momentum rolling. 

The distribution from the setters was on point, as #18 Elise Gillen directed the offense with a match-high 31 assists, and #4 Liz Kopp chipped in with 20 assists to help spread the attack across the court. 

Defensively, #21 Jordan Kuper was a force at the net, recording a team-leading 4 blocks to stifle the opposition's hitters. In the back row, #8 Faith Van Eck anchored the defense with 13 digs, while Voss contributed on both sides of the ball with 11 digs of her own, rounding out a solid two-way performance. 

UP NEXT 

Cougars stay home for a matchup against Minnesota State Mankato on Thursday, October 17th at 6pm during homecoming week inside the Stewart Center. 

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