By: Deryan Simpson, Media Relations Student Assistant
Ozarks, Mo. - In the sands of Ozark Missouri, Saturday, Southwest Baptist University's beach volleyball team faced a doubleheader challenge against Park University and McKendree University. SBU fell in both matches moving to a record of 5-14 on the season.
In their clash against McKendree,
Katie Pogue and
Chandler Lawrence set the pace with dominating wins in both sets, scoring 21-13 each.
Carlee Lill and
Janel Pido battled hard, securing a thrilling victory in three sets with scores of 19-21, 21-12, and 15-9. Those two points were not enough as SBU lost to McKendree 2-3.
Facing Park University, Gabby Belcher and
Bailey Lasater showcased their prowess in the #1 spot with commanding wins in both sets, scoring 21-8 each.
Ryan Russell and
Julia Becker's gritty performance was evident as they clinched victory in three sets after an initial setback, with scores of 8-21, 21-16, and 15-12. Despite those wins, the Bearcats fell overall in the match 2-3.
Southwest Baptist University's team are gearing up for their final match against Missouri State University, determined to end their season on a high note. This match will take place on April 6
th in Springfield Missouri.