Two home wins last week propel the Bulldogs into their Sioux City road trip with a 6-0 conference record. Concordia has held each of its GPAC opponents to hitting percentages below .100.
It was the type of defensive battle the second-ranked Bulldogs are comfortable in. Concordia limited a sixth straight GPAC foe to a hitting percentage south of .100 and celebrated a senior day victory over Dordt.
There was a brief hiccup to begin the evening, but the second-ranked Bulldogs quickly established control thanks to superior service and defensive play. Ashley Keck led all players with nine kills.
The weekly awards continue to roll in for the second-ranked Bulldogs. On Tuesday (Sept. 23), Ella Brueggemann and Ashley Keck earned GPAC Player of the Week awards.
The Bulldogs will entertain the home fans twice this week as they get set to welcome Hastings and Dordt to Friedrich Arena. Prior to Saturday's match, Concordia will honor a class of 10 seniors.
For a second straight outing this week, No. 2 Concordia shook off a downer in the first set and took control. Ashley Keck led the way with 19 kills as the Bulldogs won at Doane in four sets.
In a defensive battle, the second-ranked Bulldogs cruised past No. 17 Midland in four sets on Wednesday (Sept. 17). Concordia enjoyed a 17-7 advantage in blocks and held the Warriors to an .056 hitting percentage.
A starter at libero as a freshman, Emma Brueggemann helped limit College of Saint Marty to a negative hitting percentage in last week's Concordia victory. Brueggemann notched a season high 23 digs in the win.
After a weekend off, the second-ranked Bulldogs will return to action this week with matchups against two in-state rivals. Concordia will go head-to-head with No. 17 Midland in a ranked clash.
The tone was set early and the Bulldogs never relented on Wednesday (Sept. 10). Concordia got contributions up and down the lineup while sweeping away CSM and holding the opposition to a negative hitting percentage.
Featured StoryIn returning to their Concordia roots, the Boldts have brought back the motto: "champs before champs." The Bulldogs will showcase a revamped lineup in 2026 while attempting to uphold high standards.
Featured StoryThe Bulldogs began their makeover this spring without nine seniors who were part of last year's run to the national semifinals. The spring featured a position change for Shandy Faalii and the addition of an impact transfer.
Featured StoryHer coaches had an unusual challenge for her: smile more. Ashley Keck absorbed the feedback and enjoyed an astounding career complete with two First Team All-America awards and unprecedented team success.
Featured StoryAs part of a thrilling 2025 season, Concordia Volleyball reached the national semifinals for the first time ever, produced a program GPAC era record 28 wins and appeared on SportsCenter's top 10 plays.
Featured StoryThe winningest senior class in program history by percentage has succeeded in a manner that extends beyond the court. A key factor in that success has been the building of the "best family in the nation."
Featured StoryFacing lofty expectations once again, the 2025 Bulldogs aspire to "Let it rip" in the big moments. Concordia returns four GPAC All-Conference players, including First Team All-American Ashley Keck.
Featured StoryIt was an era of change for Concordia Volleyball. As the calendar flipped to a new millennium, the Bulldogs transitioned to the newly formed Great Plains Athletic Conference while turning to a new head coach.
Featured StoryDuring the spring semester, the powerhouse Concordia Volleyball program began the process of shaping the team's identity for 2025. The Bulldogs are preparing to 'let it rip' in big moments this fall.
Featured StoryNo matter the result, the Bulldogs stayed gritty throughout a 2024 season that upheld the program's lofty standards. The '24 Concordia team broke program records for winning percentage and GPAC wins in a season.
Featured StoryFive-straight trips to the final site of the NAIA National Championships has created a level of expectation that is embraced inside the Concordia huddle. The Bulldogs begin 2024 ranked No. 4 in the NAIA coaches' poll.
Upcoming Events
Volleyball
vs.
York University
Concordia UniversityFriedrich ArenaSeward, Neb.Volleyball
vs.
Concordia University
Nelson UniversityNorth Sioux City, S.D. | CNOS FieldhouseVolleyball
vs.
Concordia University
Bethel CollegeNorth Sioux City, S.D. | CNOS Fieldhouse