McPHERSON, Kan. (CCCTigers.com) – The Central Christian Tigers hosted Graceland University for their 2025 home opener, but despite a solid effort, they fell in straight sets, 0-3. The loss moves the Tigers to 0-5 on the season.
Central Christian Tigers 0, Graceland University 3
Game Results:
- Set 1: Tigers lost 10-25
- Set 2: Tigers lost 16-25
- Set 3: Tigers lost 20-25
Key Player Stats:
- Erick Yang: 2 kills, 1 ace, 2 blocks
- Elijah Kephart: 2 kills, 1 block, 5 digs
- Payton Collins: 2 kills
- Joshua Condon: 1 ace, 1 block, 9 assists
Game Summary:
- The Tigers faced a consistent challenge from the Graceland University team, who led from start to finish winning the match in all three sets. Despite the loss, Elijah Kephart and Erick Yang contributed to the Tigers’ offense and defense, combining for a total of 4 kills and 2 blocks.
- Joshua Condon was active in setting up plays, notching 9 assists, while also contributing defensively with a block and an ace.
- The Tigers showed resilience in the third set, pushing the Yellowjackets to a 20-25 finish, their closest set of the match.
Though the Tigers are still searching for their first win of the season, they will look to bounce back as they travel to Graceland University on Friday at 7 PM. The match will be streamed live on the Yellowjacknet Network at www.heartconferencenetwork.com/graceland.
