No. 10 Southwest Minnesota State controlled the match from start to finish, sweeping Bemidji State 3-0 on the road. Natalie Pilney led the Mustangs with 10 error-free kills as SMSU improved to 18-4 overall and 12-3 in conference play.

By the Numbers
  • Final scores: 25-20, 25-18, 25-16.
  • SMSU hit .266; Bemidji State hit .089.
  • Pilney had 10 kills with a .526 hitting percentage.
  • Ashlynn Schroeder led SMSU with 20 digs; the Mustangs totaled 11 service aces and 10 blocks.
What’s Next

SMSU travels to face Wayne State on Tuesday at 6 p.m.

Bottom Line

The Mustangs paired efficient attacking with strong defense to secure a clean road win and keep building momentum in conference play.