Oregon was the 2-1 winner over Dakota when they last played one another back in August of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Hawks took a 2-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Indians on Thursday.
While Oregon was not able to make it on the board, they still kept things close, especially in the first set. Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 25-22, 25-14.
Dakota can attribute much of their success to Hailey Kerchner, who had 14 assists and five digs. Kerchner is crushing it when it comes to assists: she's posted at least 14 every time she's taken the court this season.
Oregon's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Dakota, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-0.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Oregon will welcome Rochelle at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Dakota, they will face off against Eastland at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The matchup will give the Indians their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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