KOKOMO, Ind. - The No. 20 IU Kokomo volleyball team powered past Midway (Ky.) on Homecoming Friday night, securing its 10th straight win in front of an energetic crowd inside the Student Activities and Events Center.
FAST FACTS
- LOCATION: Student Activities & Events Center | Kokomo, IN
- UPDATED RECORDS: Midway University - 1-13 (0-6), IU Kokomo - 15-5 (6-0)
- NAIA TOP-25 RANKINGS: Midway University - N/A, IU Kokomo - #20
THE RUNDOWN
- IU Kokomo set the tone early, racing out to a 6-1 lead and forcing a Midway timeout. After the Eagles closed the gap to 11-7, the Cougars responded with a 14-3 run to take the opening set and a 1-0 lead.
- The Cougars carried their momentum into the second set, winning 15 of the first 20 points to build a double-digit lead on their way to a dominant 25-9 victory.
- Midway stayed close early in the third set, but a quick scoring run—highlighted by four consecutive aces from Allison Richman—pushed IU Kokomo ahead. Leading 17-16, No. 20 IU Kokomo closed out the set by winning eight of the final ten points, sealing a 25-18 victory and a 3-0 match sweep.
LEADING THE CHARGE
INSIDE THE HUDDLE
- "I'm really glad we had the opportunity for everyone to get on the court tonight. Our players work hard in practice every day, and it's always great when everyone gets a chance to contribute. It was a good team effort, and I'm proud of how our group supported each other from start to finish." - Head Coach Heather Hayes
THE ROAD AHEAD
- Next Match: 10/4 vs IU East - 2:00 PM ET
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