Rams volleyball moves on after historic NAIA opening round tournament victory

The Rams gather around Coach Katie Weiss during a time out.

Rams volleyball moves on after historic NAIA opening round tournament victory

Rams volleyball moves on after historic NAIA opening round tournament victory

The Rams gather around Coach Katie Weiss during a time out.

November 20, 2023

For the first time in program history, CIU women's volleyball advanced past the NAIA National Championship Opening Round, besting No. 24 Bethel (Ind.) 3-1 (25-15, 22-25, 26-24, 25-19). The Rams performed well in front of a packed Moore Fitness Center, avenging last season's opening-round loss to the same Bethel team.

The Rams move to 32-1 on the season with the win and 1-0 against ranked opponents in 2023. 

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Lydia Gustafson (4) and Gracen Norris (20) battle at the net for the Rams.

Lydia Gustafson (4) and Gracen Norris (20) battle at the net for the Rams.