Story of the Match:
The MSU-Northern Skylights volleyball team played in a Frontier Conference matchup against No. 24 University of Providence on Saturday night. The MSU-Northern Skylights lost in three sets (18-25, 18-25, and 20-25).
In the first set, the Argos went on a 7-0 run to take a big lead. The Skylights weren't able to caught up. The Argos went on a 11-2 run to extend the lead in the second set. At the end of the second set, the Skylights went on a 5-0, but couldn't get enough to take the set. Northern started the third set out strong taking the lead 7-3. The Skylights were able to hold onto the lead until Providence went on 14-4 run to finish the set.
Stars of the Match:
The Skylights attack was led by
Rylee Burmester, who tallied seven kills with 12 digs. Jessalyn Chilicek had six kills.
Emily Feller led the team in assists with 19.
Shania Neubauer led the team in digs with 18.
The Argos were led by Renae David, who had 11 kills hitting .333 percent. Sadie Lott added nine kills. Cydney Finberg-Roberts led the team with 22 assists in the match. Sacha Legros led the team with 19 digs.
Stats of the Match:
MSU-Northern had a hitting percentage of .064 on the day, while Providence hit .154. The Skylights had 22 assists, as the Argos had 25. Northern also had 59 digs to Providence's 75.Â
The Skylights so Far:
The Skylights fall to 1-7 in conference.
Next:
The Skylights will head to Rocky Mountain College on February 26. Game time is at 7 p.m.
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