Fighting Hawks Outlast Cal Baptist in Five-Set Thriller

RIVERSIDE, Calif. – The University of North Dakota volleyball team defeated California Baptist, 3-2, in a five-set thriller Friday night to open its time at The Joust, hosted by CBU. The Fighting Hawks improve to 3-3 on the season and extend their win streak to two matches. Ellee McIntosh led the offensive attack with 18 kills while hitting .317, marking a new career high for the freshman. Lilliana Montes added nine kills. Defensively, Haley Patton recorded 13 digs, while Lauren Perugini added 10. North Dakota claimed the opening set, 25-19. The Lancers jumped out to an early 7-3 lead, but…