The Bruins played their third match of pool play at the NCCAA DII Volleyball National Tournament in Joplin, Missouri today. They squared off against Randall University in a tough three-sets (27-25, 25-20, 25-21). The result of their win would advance them to the semifinals round for another match tomorrow.
The Randall University Saints proved to be a tough match for the Bruins. During the first set, the Bruins fell behind early and would have to fight for every point they could just to stay alive. The scrappy Saints played neck and neck with the Bruins every step of the way. Going into extra points, the Bruins were able to get the job done 27-25. Going into the second set, both teams looked strong, but the Bruins edged out another slim lead to go up 2-0 on the Saints. At the beginning of the of the third set, the Saints took a slim lead over the Bruins, but regained the lead with Katelyn Landkrohn serving the heat. The Bruins never looked back and swept the Saints 3-0.
"We came out focused and ready to compete against a strong Randall team. Winning the first set was key for us gaining the momentum we needed to win in three," said Head Coach Vickie Denny. "We are thankful for the opportunity to play in the final four tomorrow against Arlington Baptist."
Up next, the Bruins will be back in action again tomorrow afternoon as they face the #3 seed Arlington Baptist University in the semifinal round. Arlington Baptist is 2-1 in the tournament this far with their lone loss from the #2 seed Manhattan Christian College. The Bruins and Arlington Patriots will duke it out on the court at 4:00 p.m. Stay up to date with all Bruins news at
BJUbruins.com.
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