CEDAR FALLS, Iowa – The UNI Panther volleyball team lost a 3-1 decision Friday against the Valparaiso Beacons in the McLeod Center. Valpo won by set scores of 25-23, 20-25, 25-22, and 25-17. UNI needs a win against Loyola and an Indiana State loss Saturday to tie for sixth place for a chance to earn a Missouri Valley Conference Volleyball Championship berth via tiebreaker.
The Panthers picked up 71 digs compared to 65 digs by the Beacons. UNI also registered 56 kills and 51 assists while hitting .196 in the match. The Panthers finished with six blocks and three service aces as well.