The Pioneers started conference play with a 4-set victory over Missouri Valley on Tuesday. The scores were 25-22, 21-25, 25-20, and 25-16.
Gisele Silva led the offense with 18 kills, 11 digs, and 2 aces.
Taylor Cowan hit .609 en route to 14 kills and 9 blocks.
Rachel Kater had 46 assists, 12 digs, and 5 blocks.
Cailyn Bessmer had 8 kills and 7 blocks.
MNU is 13-3 (1-0 Heart). The next matches are Saturday at home vs. Park at 10:00 and Lindenwood-Belleville at 12:30.
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