Carroll Volleyball achieved a remarkable comeback victory streak, defeating Northwest (Wash.) and Indiana University 鈥� South Bend during the 2026 Big Sky Challenge in Butte, Montana. The Fighting Saints improved their record to 5-2, showcasing resilience as they overcame early deficits in both matches. Senior Lauren Heuiser led the offensive efforts with standout performances, highlighted by a career-high 20 kills against Northwest and 22 against IU-South Bend.

By the Numbers
  • Lauren Heuiser recorded 20 kills against Northwest and 22 against IU-South Bend.
  • Birdie Heuiser notched a career-high 22 kills, the first such performance since August 2022.
  • Lauren Fox achieved 51 assists in the second match, the first player to surpass 50 assists since 2024.
State of Play
  • The Fighting Saints have now won three consecutive matches, building positive momentum.
  • Carroll will prepare for a competitive exhibition match against the University of Montana after a short rest.
What's Next

Following their successful challenge, Carroll is set to face the University of Montana in a noteworthy exhibition match on Monday evening, providing an opportunity to further gauge their performance heading into the regular season.

Bottom Line

The Fighting Saints' resilience and strong performances from key players indicate a promising season ahead as they continue to develop team chemistry and talent on the court.