LIVONIA, Mich.- The Madonna University Crusaders showcased their dominance in a sweeping victory over the Siena Heights Saints in a league volleyball game on September 20, 2025, at Livonia, Mich. Madonna University clinched the match with a final score of 3-0.

HOW IT HAPPENED:

The Crusaders launched into the game with a strong performance, closing the first set with a decisive 25-14 win. They continued to battle tightly with the Saints through the next two sets, each ending with a 25-22 score in favor of Madonna University. The consistent performance across the three sets reflected the team's preparation and skill level.

Standout players for Madonna included Kira Buza, who led with 16 kills, followed by Paige Caradonna with 10 kills, and Katie Mulka who not only contributed 7 kills but also topped the blocks stats with 4. Alyviah Wright and Karlee Stoll each had 3 blocks, contributing significantly to the team's defense. The defensive efforts were fortified by Kem Donnelly, who recorded 18 digs.

Offensively, Karlee Stoll provided substantial support with a total of 42 assists during the match, leading to effective setups for spikes. The Crusaders also saw effective serving, with Ryley Osentoski securing 2 aces, which helped tilt the momentum in key moments of the game.

A special highlight of the game was Kira Buza achieving a milestone of 1,000 career kills, a testament to her prowess and consistent performance as a leading player for the Crusaders.

UP NEXT:

Looking forward, Madonna University will next face the University of Northwestern Ohio on September 26, 2025, in Lima, Ohio. The Crusaders enter this game with a season record of 8-5, and a league standing of 3-2, aiming to continue their winning trend.