Western Colorado opened its regional-pod weekend with a straight-set win over Chadron State, controlling the match after edging out a close first set. Karease Broeker led the Mountaineers at the net, while a strong defensive effort helped keep Chadron from mounting a comeback.

By the Numbers
  • Western Colorado won 3-0: 25-22, 25-13, 25-17.
  • Karease Broeker led Western with 10 kills and 7 blocks; Galatia Andrew added 18 digs.
  • Western improved to 10-11 overall and 4-6 in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference; Chadron State fell to 9-13 and 2-8.
What's Next

Western faces Black Hills State at 10 a.m. Saturday in the regional pod’s final game.

Bottom Line

After a tightly contested opener, Western found its rhythm and finished with a convincing sweep, powered by Broeker’s all-around impact and a defense that limited Chadron’s scoring chances.