Madison, S.D. – The Black Hills State University volleyball team defeated Dakota State 3-1 in the Dakota Athletic Conference opening match.  The Yellow Jackets knocked off the Trojans by scores of 25-17, 15-25, 26-24 and 25-22.  Black Hills State is now has a record of 6-12 (1-0 DAC).

Maggie O'Neill led the Yellow Jackets with had 14 kills and four service aces.  Kayla Drieling added nine kills and four block assists while Tori Lounsbery recorded 29 assists.  Brittani Casados added 14 digs.

Black Hills State will return to action Saturday night when the team travels to Mayville, N.D. to take on Mayville State at 3 p.m. CT/2 p.m. MT.

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