Oct. 9, 2007

10/9/07 - OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. - Mid-America Christian University upset the second ranked team in the Sooner Athletic Conference, Oklahoma City University, Tuesday, Oct. 9. MACU defeated OCU 3-0.

"This is a great win for our program," Coach Lindsey said. "Our girls fought hard and they deserved this win."

MACU used strong starts in all three games to come away with the victory.

"We were able to jump on them early and that was the major key in the match," Coach Lindsey said. "We were able to fight off their comebacks in all three games."

MACU defeated OCU 30-27, 30-28, and 30-25.

Jessica Chestnut led the Lady Evangels with 18 kills and 7 digs. Jocelyn Mehlhaff had 12 kills and 10 digs.

Emily Moore continues to come up big for the Lady Evangels as she produced 6 kills, 4 blocks, and a game high 27 assists.

Jennifer Roselius had a team high 6 blocks.

The Lady Evangels improve to 6-11 overall and 2-5 in conference play.

MACU will travel to Clearwater, Florida and play in the Clearwater Christian Tournament this weekend, Oct. 12-13.

If you are interested in playing volleyball for MACU or would like more information about the volleyball program, contact Coach Samantha Lindsey at 405-692-3284 or via email at slindsey@macu.edu.