Bulldog Volleyball Clipped 3-1 by #3 Providence Saturday

Game Recap: Women's Volleyball | October 4, 2025 | Claire Gay

DILLON, Mont. – The Montana Western volleyball team (8-10, 6-5 FC) fell to #3 Providence (18-1, 11-0 FC) 3-1 Saturday afternoon in Straugh Gymnasium.

"The team played tough today and were able to be competitive in a lot of adversity," Head Coach Katie Lovett said. "We are looking forward to having three home games next week to get the second round of conference going."

NOTABLES

Maxine Hoagland and Olivia Rosborough both registered career highs with 7.0 blocks apiece.

Megan Hardman recorded her second straight and fourth overall double-double (28 assists, 11 digs).

UMW recorded their second straight 10+ block effort with 11.0 total blocks in the match.  

MATCH SUMMARY

The opening set was a battle, with Western showing their determination in the extra-points 31-29 win. Providence displayed their offensive firepower in the remaining three sets. In the second frame the UP jumped out to an early lead and despite their best efforts, the Bulldogs couldn't close the gap and the Argos tied the game with a 25-15 win. They took the lead in a similar manner, taking set three 25-16. The visitors didn't let off the gas in the final frame, earning the 3-1 victory with a 25-16 win in the fourth.

LEADERBOARD

• Dani Brown led the Bulldogs with 13 kills.

• Megan Hardman earned a season-best 28 assists.

• Taylor Ketchum recorded a game-high 23 digs.

• Maxine Hoagland and Olivia Rosborough shared the game high in blocks with 7.0 each.

• Sophie Worden, Madisyn Frazier, Morgyn Harrison, and Megan Hardman all landed one service ace.

SPLIT BOX

UMW outperformed Providence in service aces (4-3), but were bested in kills (49-57), assists (47-52), digs (74-82), and blocks (11-13)

LOOKING AHEAD

The Bulldogs are back next week for three more home contests. Up first, Montana Tech on Oct. 8. First serve is set for 7 p.m.  MT