SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – The Valor Volleyball team continues their road stand on Friday and Saturday (Sept. 1/2) afternoon, competing in the College of Saint Mary Labor Day Classic, hosted at United Sports Academy.
Evangel's weekend-opening matchup against Mayville State begins at 2 p.m., and will be followed by a 6 p.m., contest against Governors State. The following day sees Evangel match up against The Master's, who were receiving votes in the most recent coaches poll, at 1 p.m., and finish the weekend with a 5 p.m. contest with Briar Cliff.
Please note all games will be live streamed for a fee by clicking here. Tickets can be purchased at the door at the United Sports Academy.
OPENING STORYLINES
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Evangel went 3-1 last week at the Wolf Pack Welcome, hosted by Loyola College.
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Bella Wakley leads the team in kills so far this season, currently with 47.
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Leah Jackson leads Evangel in assists with 72.
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Sophomore Vivianna Sanchez continues to display her defensive prowess at the net, leading the team with 18 blocks.
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Freshman Jessica Pritchett has been a bright spot when serving, currently leading the team with 10 service aces.
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EU will face off with Governor's State and The Master's for the first time in program history this weekend. The Valor are 2-0 all time against Mayville State and will look for their first win in program history over Briar Cliff, as they are 0-5 all-time.
LOOKING AHEAD
Evangel will host their Evangel Quad next Friday and Saturday (Sept. 8/9) afternoon, taking on York to kick the Quad off at 2:30 p.m. on Friday.
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