Photo by Jamestown SID
Jamestown, N.D. – The McPherson College volleyball team concluded their season on Saturday afternoon, falling in the NAIA National Opening Round against top seeded and undefeated University of Jamestown Jimmies.
The Jimmies showed why they have been the NAIA's top team for most of the season, and why they are the favorites to win the championship this year. They defeated the Bulldogs in straight sets, winning 25-19, 25-16, 25-17. In the opening set, the Bulldogs went toe to toe with the Jimmies and stayed close until late in the set. The Bulldogs trailed Jamestown 19-18, but the Jimmies won six of the last seven points to take the set.
After that run to complete set one, the Jimmies found their groove. For the rest of the match, the Bulldogs continued to fight, but the Jimmies had too much firepower.
Key Statistic
One glaring discrepancy in the box score between the two teams, were the block stat line. The Jimmies had eight blocks in the match while the Bulldogs mustered only one.
By the Numbers
MC had a .119 attack percentage recording 33 kills on 118 swings with 19 errors.
They assisted on 25 of their 33 kills.
 Defensively, they were credited with 53 digs and 1 block.
Bulldog Leaders
Kills: Aidan Brown, Morgan Watson (9)
Digs: Bailey Avila (16)
Rodriquez (23)CynarahAssists:
Rodriquez (2)CynarahAces:
Blocks: Sydney Burton, Katelyn Moore (1)
Coach Quote
"We played some solid volleyball at times against a world class opponent. We passed extremely well and served tough! We took a lot of positive steps forward this season. I am excited to get to work this off season to continue to build towards a championship next fall." - Cory Cahill
 Wrap Up
The Bulldogs finished the season with an overall record of 16-9. They lose just two players to graduation from this year's squad, Sydney Burton, and Alex Parish. The Future definitely looks bright for Bulldog volleyball.Â
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