Walla Walla, Wash. - The Lions of Multnomah University closed out their weekend on the road with a dramatic victory over Walla Walla University in 5 sets. Three Lions recorded double digit kills, including Kamaile Labanon who recorded a match high 15 kills and 18 digs. Taryn Frey added 12 kills and Taylor Howie added 11. Alyssa Mehalovich recorded a season high 21 digs and Amanda Holm got a double double of her own, recording 38 assists and 13 digs.

GAME SUMMARY:
The first set saw Multnomah play their most efficient offensive performance thus far, hitting .353 and winning a back-and-forth set 25-22.

The second set was all Multnomah, who kept the pressure on the Wolves and held them to a -.143 hitting percentage. The Lions went on to win 25-9 in their most dominant defensive performance this season.

Walla Walla defended their home court in sets 3 and 4, winning by scores 22-25 and 15-25. 

Set 5 remained tight the entire way through, and looked to go the way of the Wolves at 8-10. After a timeout, the Lions went on a three point run and maintained the lead until the score was tied 14-14. Taryn Frey found the open court to even Multnomah match point, and the Lions closed out the match on a double contact call to win 16-14. The Lions snap a 10 game losing streak and earned their first conference win and some much needed confidence.

FROM THE COACH:
Head Coach Colton Naill reflected upon the match, saying "We've learned valuable lessons in each defeat, playing our hearts out against some of the top teams in the nation. I was so proud to see our team battle in set 5 and earn a hard fought victory. Hats off to Walla Walla.We had a chance to sweep them and they stepped up and pushed back. I expect another great battle when they come to Portland."

COMING UP NEXT:
Multnomah returns to action next weekend in Washington, with matches set for Friday night at Northwest University and Saturday night at Evergreen State.