MISHAWAKA, Ind.-Â The Indiana University South Bend Titans (0-2,0-0 CCAC) fell in both matches of the Bethel Tri-Match, losing game one to Siena Heights in four sets by scores of 11-25, 23-25, 25-21, and 17-25. IU South Bend dropped game two to Bethel University in straight sets by scores of 18-25, 12-25, and 21-25.
The Titans struggled early out of the gates dropping set one by double digits before losing by just two points in set two 23-25. IU South Bend rallied to take set three 25-21 before ultimately losing the match in four sets, dropping set four 17-25.
Indiana University South Bend continued action at 7:00 PM when they took on Bethel University, dropping game two in three sets by scores 18-25, 12-25, and 21-25.
The IU South Bend Titans offense was led by sophomore outside hitter Taylor Hostetler who finished the day with a team best 15 kills while also tallying four blocks.
Just behind Hostetler was sophomore Madison Figg who finished with 12 kills while Audrey Buis and Kaitlynn Bennett concluded the doubleheader with nine kills. Setter Brynn Lake led the passing game with 38 kills.
The Indiana University South Bend Titans return to action on Friday, August 23rd, when they travel to Fort Wayne, Indiana, for a doubleheader, taking on Mount Vernon Nazarene at 11:00 AM ET before concluding the day against Marian University at 5:45 PM ET.