Mizzou Volleyball Dominates Mississippi State in Straight Sets 3-0
A sweep for Mizzou was welcome on an important day for the Tiger program
On a Breast Cancer Awareness Night at Hearnes Center, Missouri volleyball club delivered a dominant performance against Mississippi State, prevailing 3-0 in straight sets. Head coach Dawn Sullivan praised her team's relentless defense and offensive firepower. Paige Felder led the scoring with 14 kills and a .379 hitting percentage, while Ainoah Cruz contributed 16 digs.
The Tigers took control from the start, netting points early and maintaining a .412 hitting percentage throughout the match. The Bulldogs' hitting percentage fell to a disheartening .152% in the first set. Mizzou's strong performance extended into the second set, solidifying their 2-0 lead. In the final set, Missouri surged to an early 5-0 advantage, but Mississippi State mounted a comeback, narrowing the gap to 20-19.
However, Missouri's tenacity prevailed once again, clinching a 25-23 victory. Paige Felder led the team with 14 kills and a .379 hitting percentage, while Ainoah Cruz made a significant impact with 16 digs. The Tigers' success was fueled by their balanced offensive and defensive efforts, showcasing their resilience and determination on this Breast Cancer Awareness Night.
Written by urgent.news from Yahoo Sports's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
