GMAC championship game ends in a 5-set loss to Ohio Dominican
By Danielle Cherry
The final game stood before the Jackets as fans packed out the gymnasium. The back-and-forth match sent everyone’s hearts pounding into their throats. The well-fought battle went to five sets, with Ohio Dominican coming out on top 15-10 in the final set to bring them the GMAC title.
Cedarville and Ohio Dominican were tied 1-1 in regular-season games, making the game not only the championship but a test to see which team was truly worthy of victory. ...
Cedarville beats Hillsdale in tight G-MAC semifinal game, moves on to final
By Danielle Cherry
Excitement was high as the women's volleyball team stepped onto the court to face the Hillsdale Chargers. Energy thrummed throughout the packed-out stands, fans ready to support their Yellow Jackets. On the court, yells of encouragement and determination echoed out to the back of the gymnasium.
In a fast-paced game, Cedarville’s blocking strength, stamina and selfless communication brought them a close three-set victory against Hillsdale: 25-22, 25-27, ...
Jackets win GMAC tournament quarterfinal game
By Danielle Cherry
Cedarville came out ready, being the No. 1 seed in the G-MAC conference, but so did Northwood, the No. 8 seed. Both teams fought tooth and nail, keeping the audience on their toes, wondering who would come out on top. In a riveting four-set game, Cedarville grasped the win by a hair and advanced to the semifinal game.
“From the very beginning, we knew [Northwood was] going to be a tough serving team, and they never gave up,” head Coach Greg Smith said.
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Cedarville exits court with excitement after victory against Ohio Dominican
By Tayler Sharp
Pass, set, hit. Pass, set, hit. Back and forth. Back and forth.
The fans' necks were breaking, the gym getting more and more electric as the Cedarville women's volleyball team battled out a long rally for the 25th point of the second set. That point led the Jackets to a hard-fought, five-set victory against the Ohio Dominican Panthers on Wednesday night.
That set point switched the momentum of the game. After losing 19-25 in the first set, it was unclear how the ...
Cedarville dominates Thomas More in 3-0 set match
By Lauren Vargas
Thursday, October 9, brought cooler weather to Cedarville University’s campus—just in time for the Lady Jackets to turn up the heat in their first head-to-head match against the Thomas More Saints. Now holding a season record of 12-2, Cedarville’s team continues to climb the GMAC rankings, holding the top spot in the South conference. Thursday's match served to boost the Lady Jackets’ win streak to nine with another victory, as they walked away with an impressive ...
All hands on deck: Jackets dominate Panthers with unity and joy
By Danielle Cherry
Fans in leis packed the stands as the Yellow Jackets took on Kentucky Wesleyan, sweeping them out of the gym in three straight sets on California theme night. Everyone on the team contributed to this victory, setting the standard for what playing with joy looks like.
It was a special day for the Cedarville women’s volleyball team as each player had the chance to step onto the court. From seniors to freshmen, the Jackets held their own against the Panthers, playing ...
Cedarville crushes Tiffin in a resounding 3-0 win
By Danielle Cherry
As conference play begins, the stakes for each game increase. The Cedarville volleyball team defended its home court, passing with precision and dominating the net, earning the title of victor in a 3-0 game against Tiffin on September 24.
Coming off a victory against Hillsdale the week prior, the Jackets were ready to continue to show GMAC who they were.
The Jackets owned the net. Janae Heegaard’s towering 6’3” stature made the Dragons ...
Indianapolis definitively defeats Yellow Jackets in home opener
By Danielle Cherry
Hits weren't going down, blocks were being flattened and digs were only touching air. On September 12, the Yellow Jackets faced off against Indianapolis University, ending in a decisive loss for Cedarville.
While the Jackets were struggling to find their footing on the court, the Greyhounds relentlessly pounded balls, giving Cedarville little chance to recover between plays.
“We weren’t playing fast,” head coach Greg Smith said. “We weren’t playing ...
The rally to redemption: Greta Blakemore’s testimony
By Maggie Fipps
It was a long road to Greta Blakemore’s senior night at Cedarville University. Growing up, Blakemore’s family moved seven times, from Ohio to Kentucky to Japan to Canada to Mississippi to Lexington. The constant movement formed Blakemore’s character and forged close bonds with her family, bonds which would eventually draw her back to Christ.
“We’ve had to lean on each other so much through so many shifting lives,” Blakemore said. “I feel like I gained ...
A Fresh Surprise: Cedarville Dominates Ursuline in a match sweep
By Danielle Cherry
400 cheering fans filled the stadium on November 15 as Cedarville University women’s volleyball took on Ursuline. The lights dimmed, and the Jackets stepped forward as the starting lineup was called, ready to take on whatever the game brought them.
This game determined whether Cedarville would keep its position in the G-MAC tournament, given the Jackets' latest loss against Lake Erie; a win or a loss would change the entire G-MAC playoff positioning.
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