Pregame
Mission hit the road for another American Midwest Conference matchup, traveling to Hannibal, Missouri, to take on Hannibal-LaGrange University. The Lady Patriots entered the match 8-16 overall and 4-6 in AMC play, looking to build consistency and continue climbing the conference standings. Coming off a strong stretch of conference play that included several competitive outings, Mission aimed to carry their improving form into another key contest. Hannibal-LaGrange looked to defend their home court, setting up a competitive matchup between two determined teams.

Set 1 (25-18 Mission)
Mission came out strong to open the match, immediately setting the tone with energy and control. The Lady Patriots found success early through clean passing and smart ball movement that opened up lanes for their hitters. Allie Czachowski led the way with several early kills, while setter Hannah Maxwell kept the offense balanced with quick, accurate sets. The back row, led by Rylea King, played a key role in extending rallies and keeping momentum on Mission's side. A steady attack helped Mission maintain their lead throughout, and the Lady Patriots closed out the first set 25-18.

Set 2 (25-20 Mission)
The second set proved to be more tightly contested as both teams traded long rallies and tough points. Hannibal-LaGrange put together several short runs, but Mission stayed composed, leaning on its defense and transition play. Czachowski continued to find her rhythm at the net, while Sarah Purcell and Shelby Evans added key swings to keep the pressure on. Violet Kirkpatrick stood tall at the net with timely blocks that disrupted the Trojans' attack. With the set tied late, Mission executed down the stretch, capitalizing on errors and closing the set 25-20 to go up two sets to none.

Set 3 (25-14 Mission)
Mission entered the third set with confidence and quickly built a lead they would not surrender. The Lady Patriots dominated with strong serving and relentless attacking, controlling the pace from the first point. Czachowski continued her standout performance, finishing with a match-high 19 kills, while Maxwell orchestrated the offense with 23 assists. King anchored the defense once again, recording 16 digs and keeping the floor clean throughout. With the team firing on all cylinders, Mission rolled to a 25-14 win to secure the sweep and a dominant 3-0 victory.

Postgame
Mission delivered a complete team performance on the road, sweeping Hannibal-LaGrange 3-0 with set scores of 25-18, 25-20, and 25-14. The Lady Patriots improved to 9-16 overall and 5-6 in AMC play, showcasing strong offensive balance and dependable defense throughout the match. Allie Czachowski led the charge with 19 kills, while Hannah Maxwell recorded 23 assists and Rylea King collected 16 digs. With their attack clicking and their defense holding firm, Mission continued to build momentum as they prepare for their next conference matchup at the University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy on Saturday, October 25, at 11:00 a.m. in St. Louis.