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DENVER - The Pioneers closed regular season play with a sweep over competitors, IPFW Mastodons on Sunday afternoon, taking the number one spot in the Summit League. Set scores were 25-23, 30-28, and 25-17, with the Pioneers going undefeated over the weekend. In addition to their incredible two wins at home, the Pioneer Nation celebrated its two seniors, Bailey Karst and Kate Acker in their final home match of their careers.

Of the experience, Kate Acker stated, "Today has been really special for me and Bailey. Everybody has been thanking me and congratulating me, but I also want to say thank you to everyone who has made my DU experience what it's been, because it has been the time of my life and I'm sad to see it come to a close. I couldn't be more proud that we made history today."

Bailey Karst also noted, "Being a part of the first team to make history in this program has been incredible. It's a season to remember, and I hope we leave a legacy that the girls can continue on for the next several years."

Head coach Jesse Mahoney added that he is proud of this regular season. "Today we played a great, competitive game. We stayed composed throughout that second set and brought that energy into the final one to win it. Kate and Bailey have played exceptionally well all season, but especially today. It was a fun environment to close out our final home match."

Stat leaders for this match included Moni Corrujedo with 17 kills, Bailey Karst with 41 assists, Erica Denney with five blocks, Kate Acker with 11 digs, and Monique Domme with two service aces.

The Pioneers will continue into the Summit League championship in Indianapolis, Indiana November 21-23. Times to be announced.

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