Warriors Show Fight in Competitive Match Against No. 12 Southwest Minnesota State

WINONA, Minn. — The Winona State volleyball team battled throughout four sets against Southwest Minnesota State on Saturday afternoon at McCown Gymnasium, claiming the third set before the Mustangs secured a 3-1 victory.   The Mustangs took the match by scores of 25-12, 25-19, 19-25 and 25-14. Winona State moved to 2-6 overall and 1-1 in conference play, while Southwest Minnesota State improved to 7-2 overall and 1-1 in conference play.   The Warriors finished with 52 kills on 156 attacks while hitting .231 as a team. Winona State also recorded 45 assists, nine service aces, 64 digs and two team blocks.   Abby Ongna led the Warriors with 18 kills and a .371 hitting percentage, while Zoe Haan added 17 kills and hit .220. Hailee Peters finished with 30 assists, while Gracie Clary contributed seven kills and four assists.   Southwest Minnesota State opened the match with a quick 5-1 advantage before Winona State settled in. Ongna provided a pair of early kills, while Norah Merow added a kill to help the Warriors stay within striking distance. The Mustangs continued to build their lead late and closed the opening set 25-12.   Winona State responded early in the second
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