While Maxwell's victory against Mullen wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Wildcats won by a set and slipped past the Broncos 3-2.
Maxwell got the W, but it wasn't easy, at least in the fourth set. Once all was said and done, the final score wound up at 23-25, 25-11, 25-15, 29-31, 15-11.
Madelynn Nelson was the offensive standout of the contest as she had 13 digs and three aces. Keira Strickland also deserves some recognition as she posted her first assist of the season.
Wildcats
| 10/03/25 vs Mullen | 15 |
| 09/27/25 vs Sandhills Valley | 9 |
| 09/25/25 @ Cozad | 2 |
| 09/20/25 vs Hyannis | 8 |
| 09/13/25 vs Bertrand | 7 |
| + 7 more games |
They weren't the only good servers: Maxwell was lethal from the service line and finished the match with 15 aces. That's the most aces they've posted since back in October of 2024.
Maxwell has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 11-8 record this season. As for Mullen, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 12-6 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Maxwell will face off against Cambridge on Tuesday. As for Mullen, they will challenge Sandhills/Thedford at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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