Creighton secures top-10 victory with 3-1 win over No. 6 Purdue

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No. 9 Creighton picked up a crucial 3-1 win over No. 6 Purdue at the Jayhawk Classic, marking its first top 10 victory of the season. The Bluejays started strong, taking the first set 25-21 behind a balanced offensive effort. Norah Sis, who briefly left the court with a bloody nose, returned to help seal the set with a key kill. Creighton’s offense found its rhythm early, setting the tone for a back-and-forth match.

Purdue responded in the second set, using its nationally-ranked defense to slow Creighton’s attack. The Boilermakers capitalized on multiple blocks and closed the set with a 10-3 run to win 25-17, tying the match at one set apiece.

However, Creighton regained control in the third set. A critical serving run from junior Ava Martin helped the Bluejays jump ahead, and they never looked back, winning the set 25-16. Kendra Wait orchestrated the offense with precision, allowing multiple hitters to contribute during key…

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