DEFENSE LIFTS THE PIONEERS OVER THE JAYHAWKS

In a volleyball match between Muskegon Community College and Delta, Delta emerged as the victor with a score of 3-1. The game took place at the University Center on October 17, 2023, at 6:30 PM.

The first set saw Muskegon Community College scoring 18 points and Delta scoring 25 points. In the second set, Muskegon Community College scored 17 points while Delta scored 25 points. The third set saw Muskegon Community College making a comeback with 25 points, but Delta still managed to score 17 points. In the final set, Muskegon Community College scored 18 points, but Delta secured the win with 25 points.

Muskegon Community College had a hitting percentage of .166, with 24 kills, 163 total attacks, and 47 assists. They also had 4 service aces and 69 digs. Muskegon Community College's top performers were Kaitlynn Bennett with 16 kills, Ana Trevino with 14 kills, and Madisyn Dykema with 11 kills.

Delta had a hitting percentage of .197, with 19 kills, 152 total attacks, and 46 assists. They had 6 service aces and 87 digs. Delta's standout players were Kayla Baase with 18 kills, Haley Hunt with 11 kills, and Ashlee Lenhard with 9 kills.

Both teams displayed strong blocking skills, with Muskegon Community College recording 2 blocks, and Delta recording 12 blocks. Muskegon Community College also had 6 block assists, while Delta had 1 block assist.

Defensively, Muskegon Community College had 69 digs, while Delta had 87 digs. Muskegon Community College's top diggers were Kendra Kieft with 16 digs and Rachel Romero with 15 digs. Delta's top digger was Sarah Wilkinson with 24 digs.

Overall, Delta outperformed Muskegon Community College in hitting percentage, kills, assists, service aces, and digs. Their strong blocking and defensive efforts contributed to their victory.