Feb 24, 2021

Knights battle Indians, win 3-1

Posted Feb 24, 2021 12:31 PM

Story and Photo by Heather Johnson - Area Public Information Specialist

The North Platte Community College Knights Volleyball Team stomped the McCook Community College Indians in four sets Tuesday night: 25-16, 22-25, 25-17 and 25-18.

That puts the Knights at 8-9 on the season.

Taylor Hansen, of Yuma, Colo., led the game with 18 kills. Right behind her was Peyton Negley, of North Platte, with 17 kills and Alysen Daniels, of Mullen, with 11.

Ruby Valle, of Weldona, Colo., added 21 digs, and Avery Johnson, of Hayes Center, had six blocks.

“I really liked how we executed tonight,” said NPCC head volleyball coach Alexa McCall. “I thought we played aggressive and controlled the ball on our side. I think as a team we played well and worked together for the win.”

The games the Knights were to play Saturday against Johnson County Community College and Highland Community College in Highland, Kan. have been postponed.

Their next game will be against Central Community College at 6 p.m. March 2 in Columbus.