Salina, Kan. — The Kansas Wesleyan University Coyotes defeated the Friends University Falcons in straight sets this evening (Nov. 8), winning 25-20, 25-16, 25-12. Kansas Wesleyan recorded nine service aces during the match.

The Falcons started strong in the first set, capitalizing on Kansas Wesleyan's early service errors to build momentum. But a decisive 6-0 run by the Coyotes, featuring key kills from Rylee Serpan and service aces by Blair Pennington, ultimately sealed the first set for the home team, 25-20.

Kansas Wesleyan carried that momentum to capture the second set 25-16 and then finished the match 25-12 in the third set.

The Falcons wrap up the 2025 season with a 19-12 overall record and a 4-9 mark in the KCAC. 

Friends Top Performers  

Maddy Hildebrand  
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- five kills on nine attempts with a .556 hitting percentage  

Grace McClintock  
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- five kills  

Sofia Mekelburg  
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- 10 assists  

Emma Sargeant  
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- 12 assists  

Sutton Thompson  
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- 10 digs  

Kansas Wesleyan Top Performers

Joey Pennington
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- 10 kills

Sara Bebout
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- 17 assists

Tristyn Hedman
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- 10 digs