August 31, 2023 - Nevada, Missouri

Cottey College Comets swept the Baptist Bible College Patriots in three straight sets to secure their 2nd straight win. 

Set 1

The first set kicked off with both teams trading points. Baptist Bible College managed to take an early 6-5 lead, showcasing their resilience. However, the Comets quickly shifted the momentum in their favor with a 5-point streak, grabbing a 10-6 advantage.

A pivotal moment came when Staley Stallaby unleashed a powerful ace, putting an end to a 6-point run by the Patriots and starting a run of their own. Cottey College secured the first set with a score of 25-18.

Set 2

The second set saw a back-and-forth battle, with both teams refusing to back down. Cottey and Baptist Bible found themselves tied at 7 points each. A sensational kill by Kaylee Criswell pushed Cottey ahead 11-8.

Dougherty delivered three aces during a pivotal 7-point streak. The Comets clinched the second set with a commanding 25-15 victory.

Set 3

The final set showcased the Comets' determination to finish the match strong. Cottey College swiftly pulled away with a 7-1 lead, leaving the Patriots chasing from behind. Magdalen Dougherty continued to shine, delivering two consecutive kills to keep the momentum firmly on the Comets' side.

Although Baptist Bible College put up a fight and closed the gap to 6-8, the Comets showed their resilience by trading points and then unleashing a 7-point run, including two crucial kills by Braylen Ford. The Comets secured the final set with a resounding 25-14 victory, sealing the match.

Comet Stars Shine Bright

Several key players stood out for the Cottey College Comets in this impressive victory. Magdalen Dougherty led the offensive charge with 8 kills, while Kyleigh Talbot contributed 6 kills. Staley Stallaby showcased her playmaking abilities with 15 assists, while Alli Jo Mitchell added 8 assists.

In the backline, Chloee DeWees and Staley Stallaby provided solid defense with 9 digs each. Laurencia Botts chipped in with 8 digs, and Katelyn Gray added 7 digs to keep the Patriots' attacks in check.

Upcoming Matches

The Comets are eager to build on the home stand. They will be back in action on Tuesday, September 5, at 2:00 PM when they face Bethel College. Additionally, mark your calendars for September 9th when the Comets return home for a tri-match against Manhattan Christian and Baptist Bible College, starting at 11 AM.