Aberdeen, S.D. – The (RV) Northern State University volleyball team fell to the University of Sioux Falls on Friday evening in four sets. The Wolves put together an impressive first set, hitting .343, however were unable to keep that momentum throughout the match.
 
THE QUICK DETAILS
Final Score: NSU 1, USF 3
Records: NSU 9-5 (4-2 NSIC), USF 8-6 (3-3 NSIC)
Attendance: 1380
 
HOW IT HAPPENED

• NSU recorded a 25-22 victory in the opening set and fell 25-22, 25-21, and 25-21 in the following three
• The Wolves hit .206 in the loss, notching 54 kills, 48 assists, 62 digs, 11 blocks, and four service aces
• The Cougars edged out NSU in all five categories, recording 57 kills, 53 assists, 72 digs, 12 blocks, and seven aces
• Northern saw two players tally double figure kills and another two record double digit digs

 
NORTHERN STATE STATISTICAL STANDOUTS

• Sally Gaul: 15 kills, 5 digs, 4 blocks
• Natalia Szybinska: 14 kills, .314 attack%
• Havyn Heinz: 21 digs, 3 assists
• Keri Walker: 45 assists, 6 digs, 6 blocks, 3 kills, 2 aces

 
UP NEXT
The Wolves close out Gypsy Days weekend at 6 p.m. tomorrow versus No. 6 Southwest Minnesota State. Fans with a valid football ticket will be admitted free to the contest.