Creighton volleyball falls to No. 2 Louisville in five sets

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – Creighton volleyball came up short in its tournament battle against No. 2 Louisville on Thursday.

No. 3 Creighton went back and forth with Louisville, leading to a fifth set, which the Cardinals won 15-8.

Outside hitter Norah Sis led the Bluejays on offense, finishing the match with 22 kills.

For Louisville, Charitie Luper and Anna Debeer combined for 39 kills.

The Cardinals finished with .277 hitting, while the Bluejays had .222.

Louisville, led by former Husker Dani Busboom Kelly, will face the winner of Pittsburgh vs. Washington State on Saturday.

LOUISVILLE WINS THE BIRD FIGHT 🐦

(2) @LouisvilleVB defeats (3) Creighton in five sets to advance to the Quarterfinals for the fourth time in five seasons 🔴#NCAAWVB pic.twitter.com/8Dpk1H0rOl

— NCAA Women’s Volleyball (@NCAAVolleyball) December 7, 2023