Mustangs Start Hot…Finish Cold

MISHAWAKA, Ind-A strong start ignited the Mustangs to a first-set thriller on Thursday afternoon at Bethel College. However, the home Pilots quickly dowsed any fire the Mustangs tried to start as they regrouped to roll off a convincing three-set sweep.

The Pilots narrowly escaped the first set (25-22) after an impressive showing by the youthful Mustangs. After surviving the scare, the Pilots dismissed the Mustangs 25-12 and 25-11 to finish the match (3-0).

The visiting ‘Stangs were led by Jalissa Favors and Jaci Michetti with 5 kills each. Megan Gohl tacked on 20 assists, while Shannon Pietruszka added 15 digs.

Time to hit the road once again! The Mustangs will leave the state for the second time this week when they head to Defiance College for a 12pm match on Saturday. Stay up to date with all the scores and action at www.marygrovemustangs.com.