September 30, 2025

WKU Volleyball Secures 3-0 Win Against Jacksonville State

Bowling Green, KY, September 29, 2025

News Summary

WKU Volleyball continued its strong performance with a 3-0 victory over Jacksonville State. Four players recorded at least five kills, while the defense was led by Alivia Skidmore with eight blocks. The Hilltoppers displayed a balanced offensive attack and solid defense, achieving a hitting percentage of .202. The team is set to face Missouri State next in their ongoing conference play.

Bowling Green, KY – WKU Volleyball achieved a 3-0 victory over Jacksonville State (Jax State) on Saturday, marking a successful continuation of their performance following a prior victory against the Gamecocks. The wins opened conference play for the Hilltoppers, showcasing both a balanced offense and a strong defense throughout the match.

Four different Hilltoppers recorded at least five kills during the match, while three players contributed with a minimum of four blocks. Sophomore outside hitter Alivia Skidmore led WKU’s defensive efforts with a remarkable eight blocks, underscoring the team’s commitment to preventing scoring opportunities for Jax State. WKU posted a hitting percentage of .202 in the match.

Match Breakdown

In Set 1, WKU won decisively with a score of 25-16. A pivotal 6-1 surge allowed the Hilltoppers to pull ahead and ultimately secure the set. During this initial set, WKU outhit Jax State, accumulating 10 kills compared to JSU’s seven. Skidmore was instrumental, contributing four kills with a hitting percentage of .375.

Junior middle hitter Izzy Van De Wiele stood out with two blocks in the first set, while both sophomore libero Tayler Baron and freshman defensive specialist Kennedy Cherry anchored WKU’s defense with four digs each. The Hilltoppers limited Jax State to a negative hitting percentage of (-.086) in the first set.

Set Performance

In Set 2, WKU extended their lead with a score of 25-20, opening the set with a promising 4-0 run. The Hilltoppers collected 16 kills in this set, outpacing JSU’s 13. Junior middle hitter Gabby Weihe played a crucial role, contributing five kills with a hitting percentage of .444. Sophomore middle hitter Faith Young continued her strong performance, recording her second consecutive match with at least two service aces.

Set 3 concluded with a score of 25-18 in favor of WKU. Freshman outside hitter Sonja Laaksonen contributed four kills and a hitting percentage of .375. Both Young and freshman setter Kate Rush each registered two blocks during this set. Jax State struggled significantly in Set 3, finishing with a hitting percentage of .000.

Next Steps

WKU’s next match will be against Missouri State in Springfield, Mo., scheduled for Saturday, October 3 at 6 p.m. CT. The last encounter between WKU and Missouri State was in 2018, where WKU emerged victoriously with a score of 3-1.

Key Match Statistics

Set 1 Score: WKU 25, Jax State 16
Set 2 Score: WKU 25, Jax State 20
Set 3 Score: WKU 25, Jax State 18
Total Kills (WKU): 42
Total Blocks (WKU): 12

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the final score of the match between WKU and Jacksonville State?

WKU Volleyball achieved a 3-0 victory over Jacksonville State (Jax State) on Saturday.

How many kills did Alivia Skidmore record in the match?

Sophomore outside hitter Alivia Skidmore led the team with eight blocks.

When is WKU’s next match?

WKU will next compete against Missouri State in Springfield, Mo., with the match scheduled for Saturday, October 3 at 6 p.m. CT.

Key Features of WKU Volleyball’s Performance

Feature	Details
Victory Margin	3-0
Key Players	Alivia Skidmore (8 blocks), Gabby Weihe (5 kills)
Next Opponent	Missouri State
Overall Sets Won	3
Last Meeting with Missouri State	WKU won 3-1 in 2018