Bellevue College volleyball needed every point they could get in one of the most thrilling come-from-behind wins, taking down host Everett in five by scores of 19-25, 27-29, 25-14, 25-23, 19-17.
Freshman Mya Hejl was on fire with 16 kills and only one error hitting a scorching .682. Sophomore Jessi Mahler had an excellent all-around night as well with 13 kills and 24 digs.
After Everett took the first two sets in what was trending towards one of the biggest upsets in the NWAC on Everett’s Sophomore Night, the Bulldogs dominated set three before a thrilling set four which saw both teams come back twice each in a back and forth battle. Up 22-20, the Bulldogs’ defense came up big with consecutive blocks by Mahler, Hejl, and Karisa Martin to give BC the win.
In set five, the Bulldogs were down 13-10 but Hejl responded with a two kills to tie it back up at 13-13. Mahler and Hejl continued to pound their way to the win with big swings giving the ‘dogs the 19-17 win.
Bellevue, now 8-2 in North Region play (23-6 overall) will host Whatcom this Wed. Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. Before the match, Bellevue’s seven sophomores; Natalie Copeland, Mandi Nottingham, Jocie Snyder, Jessi Mahler, Maycee Ward, Olivia Beal, and Annie Goetze will be honored in ceremony.
Last Updated November 2, 2024
