Minot State Beavers Triumph Over Bismarck State College in Thrilling Match

The Minot State volleyball team put on a wild show at the MSU Dome, snagging a gritty 3-2 win against an out-of-conference foe. This bumps their season record to 2-12.

The Beavers leaned on teamwork and some standout moments, especially from Caton Pearcy. She pulled off a double-double with 11 kills and 19 digs.

This post digs into the highlights, the players who stepped up, and those moments that made the match so unforgettable.

Minot State’s Resilience Shines Through

The Beavers showed real resolve, shaking off setbacks and fighting their way to the win. Honestly, you could see their potential and drive, even with the tough season they’ve had.

Key Players and Their Contributions

Several players really made a difference for Minot State:

• Caton Pearcy: Double-double—11 kills, 19 digs, and topped it off with four aces.
• Jasmin Bell: Led the team with 12 kills.
• Jaina Macaulay: Hustled for 16 digs on defense.
• Azjiah Trader: Chipped in with four blocks.
• Katelyn Onespot-Danforth: Set up the offense with a match-high 24 assists.

Set-by-Set Breakdown

The match felt like a rollercoaster, with both teams trading sets. Minot State finally grabbed the last one.

Set 1: Dominant Serving

Minot State came out hot, taking the first set 25-17. Their serving game was on fire—five aces in the set—and they stretched the lead as the set closed.

Set 2: A Tight Contest

The second set slipped away, 25-20. It stayed close, with four ties, but the other team pulled ahead at 8-7 and kept it.

Set 3: Bouncing Back

After dropping the second, Minot State regrouped and won the third set 25-20. There were 11 ties and six lead changes, but they grabbed the lead at 18-17 and held on. Three more aces helped the offense.

Set 4: Forced to a Decisive Fifth Set

The momentum faded in the fourth set, and they lost 25-19. They fell behind early and couldn’t claw back, so it all came down to the fifth.

Set 5: Clinching the Victory

The last set really showed Minot State’s grit. They closed it out 15-9, hammering down 13 kills and hitting .333. The Beavers ended strong, stretching their lead at the finish to lock in the win.

Game Notes and Highlights

Some quick highlights:

• Four players hit double digits in kills.
• Five Beavers notched double-digit digs.
• Pearcy led everyone with four aces.
• They fired off five aces in just the first set.
• Onespot-Danforth’s 24 assists definitely kept the offense rolling.

Looking Ahead

This win gives Minot State a much-needed morale boost. They’ll try to ride this momentum through the rest of the season.

The teamwork and standout plays in this match show there’s real potential in the squad. Fans must be wondering if the team can turn this victory into a streak.

For more coverage and updates on Minot State volleyball, check out the official Minot State Beavers website.