We hosted George Fox University for our NW Conference home opener last night. It was, by far, one of the most fun and exciting games that I have been a part of in my four years at Lewis & Clark. Both teams started out slowly, matching point for point for the majority of game one. Back to back Pioneer kills gave us the momentum to edge out the Bruins to take the first game of the match 25-21.
Game two got off to a similar start but after a rocky run in the middle a few service errors we found it difficult to battle back.
Game three was ours, no doubt about it. It was decisive and fueled our spirit for the duration of the match.
We lost an exhausting game four 28-30 but, most impressively, never gave up and never surrendered. The fire in every player was evident as we took the floor for game five. One point at a time, we left our heart out on the court and invested every last ounce of energy and determination: and it payed off. We took the fifth game, and the match, to the roaring cheer of our hometown crowd. It was a thrilling victory.
Our outside hitters showed up to dominate: Margaret Dowling finished the night with 18 kills, Jenn Dowdy with 14. Dig leaders of the night were Leia Matsunaga (22), Jenn Dowdy (20) and Lou Ohki (19). Kat Fiedler, injury riddled and seemingly cursed, played her heart out on a sprained ankle and still delivered 7 kills while shutting down the Bruin’ offense with her towering block. It was a full team effort and we walked away from the game with pride, a renewed confidence, and a desire to keep winning.
We’re back on the court tonight, 7pm to face the Pacific Boxers.
LEWIS & CLARK VOLLEYBALL 
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