The Basics
Score: MNU 3 - Central Methodist 2
Record: MNU (19-12), CMU (26-7)
Location: Fayette, MO – Puckett Field House
FAYETTE, Mo. – MNU secured a hard-fought victory over top-seeded Central Methodist in the Heart Tournament semifinals, winning a thrilling five-set match on Tuesday night. MNU took the first set 25-18 before dropping the next two 17-25, 17-25. The Pioneers then rallied, capturing the fourth set 25-17 and sealing the match with a decisive 15-10 victory in the fifth set. With this win, MNU advances to the Heart Tournament Championship to face 2-seed Benedictine.
Turning Point
MNU's comeback in the fourth set shifted the momentum, giving them control going into the fifth. The Pioneers' strong serving and blocking in the final set kept Central Methodist on their heels, securing MNU's path to the finals.
Individual Leaders
Up Next
The next match is the Heart Tournament Championship at Benedictine on Saturday at 7:00.
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