LINCOLN, Ill. – The Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College volleyball team (2-1) traveled to Lincoln, Illinois for a late match against Lincoln Christian University (1-1). The Pomeroys swept the Lions to move back to .500 on their season. Led by Mandi Alspach (9 kills, 3 blocks) and Kara Schafer (8 kills, 3 blocks), the Pomeroys were too much for LCU to handle.

The Highlights

• Riley Kinney continued her serving dominance, tallying 5 service aces to move her to 10 on the season (6 sets).
• Junior Kara Schafer recorded 32 attacks during the match, doubling her previous game high of 16.
• Avalee Jeffers tallied the highest Kill% (min. 10 attacks) of all players at 0.308%.
• The Pomeroys move back to a winning record for the first time since September 6, 2019.

By the Numbers

• Alyssa Hill, Katelyn Cotter, and Pamela Dorman combined for 33 digs throughout the contest, 63% of the team's total.
• SMWC is averaging 101 attacks per game, putting them on pace for their lowest total in 3 years.
• Senior Katelyn Cotter is averaging 3.89 digs per set, on pace for her highest collegiate mark.
• Senior Pamela Dorman has posted 11 assists over 9 sets for a  1.22 a/set average, more than double her previous season average.

Up Next?

SMWC volleyball will face Oakland City University on Tuesday, September 29 at 8:00 P.M. ET. The Pomeroys swept the Mighty Oaks just last week in our home opener and will look to continue their success. Follow the action on Twitter @SMWCAthletics.

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