ROCHESTER, Mich.-- The Madonna University Crusaders experienced a challenging volleyball game against Rochester Christian on November 12, 2025, at Rochester Hills, MI. The match concluded with the Crusaders falling to Rochester Christian with a final score of 0-3. Despite their efforts, the Crusaders could not secure a win in any of the three sets played.

HOW IT HAPPENED:
The game commenced with a closely contested first set, ending at 25-21 in favor of Rochester Christian. The following sets saw the Crusaders putting up a spirited fight but ultimately falling short with scores of 20-25 and 19-25 in the second and third sets, respectively.

Highlighting the match were key performances from Crusaders' players. Kira Buza led with impressive offensive skills, recording 15 kills and an ace. Alyviah Wright and Paige Caradonna contributed with 8 kills each, and both also managed to block effectively. Defensive plays were strong with Lexa Forti and Karlee Stoll each delivering 14 digs. Stoll also played a crucial role as a setter, providing 36 assists, which facilitated many of the points scored by the team.

UP NEXT:
While the Crusaders have concluded their season facing a tough loss, the team holds a respectable record of 19-13, with a conference record of 12-8. They anticipate a comeback in the next season starting in 2026.