Eagles Improve To 2-0

Chicago, IL - In an exhilarating non-conference volleyball meeting on January 28, Judson University's Eagles soared past the Illinois Institute of Technology Hawks with a final score of 3 sets to 1 at Keating Sports Center in Chicago, IL. The spirited contest drew in a lively crowd, bolstered by strong performances from the Eagles, who are now proudly holding a 2-0 season record.

The opening set saw Judson University getting an edge with a close 25-22 win. Even though IIT bounced back in the second set, securing a 25-20 victory, it was Judson who maintained composure, conquering the subsequent sets with scores of 25-19 and 25-18 respectively. This triumph displayed both resilience and strategic prowess from the Eagles.

Key contributors included Mason Snodgrass, who led the attack with a remarkable 17 kills, followed by Grant Shipley with 14 kills. Mikey Noetti also contributed significantly with 6 kills.

On the defensive side, Elijah Wrobel showcased his all-round capabilities, contributing 1 total block, leading with 46 assists, and securing the most digs at 12. He also added 2 service aces to his impressive stat line, pushing Judson's tempo throughout the match.

Additional aces were recorded by Trevor Hamilton and Grant Shipley.

Looking forward, Judson is preparing to carry their winning momentum to the next encounter against Bethel at the Bethel Invite on January 31. With strong performances and an undefeated record so far, the Eagles are shaping up to be a formidable presence this season.