Normal University came tearing into Thursday's matchup with 18 straight wins and they left with even more momentum. They came out on top against the Lincoln Railsplitters by a score of 2-0. For the Pioneers, this counts as revenge for the 2-0 loss the Railsplitters walked away with the last time they faced one another back in November of 2023.
The match finished with set scores of 25-18, 25-21.
When it comes to explaining why Lincoln lost, don't look at Peyton Sasse. Despite the final result, she had 13 kills, six digs, and three blocks. Sasse is on a roll when it comes to kills, as she's now had five or more in the last 19 games she's played dating back to last season. Lauren Tedrick was another key player, getting a kill, a block, and 22 assists.
Normal University pushed their record up to 23-2 with the victory, which was their 16th straight on the road dating back to last season. As for Lincoln, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 12-9 record this season.
Normal University will face off against Decatur Eisenhower at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Lincoln, they will take on Pleasant Plains at 7:00 p.m. on Monday.
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