Northwestern had a mixed weekend on the road, with a 3-0 victory against Rutgers and a 3-1 loss to Penn State.
The team cleanly swept Rutgers, with a tight battle for points in the first set, especially between the teams' outside hitters.
However, against Penn State, Northwestern avoided a sweep but eventually suffered a loss, despite having the 2023 devastation against Penn State in mind.
No specific quotes were available from the team or coaches.
The team's performance showed a mix of strengths and weaknesses, with the loss to Penn State being a reminder of the challenges they face.
Author's summary: Northwestern volleyball team splits weekend road trip.