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Coyotes defeat Drake in season opener at Drake Invitational

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 4:17 AM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Coyotes defeat Drake in season opener at Drake Invitational

Summary

South Dakota volleyball began its season with a 3-1 victory over Drake at the Knapp Center on August 29. The Coyotes took the first set 25-18, but the Bulldogs responded with a 25-16 win in the second. South Dakota regained momentum, taking the third set 25-21, and clinched the match with a 25-18 win in the fourth. Lauren Medeck led the Coyotes with 14 kills while Gabi Zachariasen contributed 16 kills and a strong performance in her first match. South Dakota will face Milwaukee next at 3 p.m. on August 30.

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Status Watch

•South Dakota starts the 2026 season with a 3-1 win over Drake.
•Lauren Medeck recorded a double-double with 14 kills and 14 digs.
•Gabi Zachariasen led all players with 16 kills in her debut.
•Coyotes held Drake to a.191 hitting percentage.
•Next match for South Dakota is against Milwaukee on August 30.

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4:17 AMYahoo Sports — Coyotes open season with 3-1 win over Drake

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DES MOINES, I.A. (USD Athletics) — South Dakota volleyball earned a 3-1 win over Drake at the Knapp Center to kick off the Drake Invitational and 2026 season Friday night. Lauren Medeck didn’t miss a beat from her sophomore to junior season, as she paced the Coyotes in the first set with six kills on 14 […]
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