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MSSU volleyball loses to No. 8 Missouri Western in four sets

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 11:55 PM

Last updated Oct 3, 2026

MSSU volleyball loses to No. 8 Missouri Western in four sets
Summary

Missouri Southern volleyball suffered a defeat against the No. 8 ranked Missouri Western Griffons at home on October 3, 2026. The Lions started strong by winning the first set 25-18 but were unable to maintain momentum. They led by five points in the second set but lost it 28-26 after a comeback by the Griffons. Missouri Western secured the final two sets with scores of 25-22 and 25-23. This loss marks five consecutive defeats for the Lions, who are now 6-11 overall and 1-5 in MIAA conference play. They will return to action on October 9 against Central Missouri.

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  • •MSSU started strong, winning the first set 25-18.
  • •The Lions led late in the second set but lost 28-26.
  • •Missouri Western claimed the final two sets 25-22, 25-23.
  • •Grace Gardner led MSSU with 20 kills; Brenna Weaver had 36 assists.
  • •MSSU's record now stands at 6-11 overall and 1-5 in MIAA play.
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  • 11:55 PMYahoo Sports — MSSU volleyball falls in four sets against No. 8 Missouri Western
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Missouri Southern volleyball got out to a hot start, but ultimately fell at home against the No. 8 ranked Missouri Western Griffons. See our recap below and catch the highlights at 10 p.m.!

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