GRINNELL, IA — The Ballard Bombers volleyball team faced tough competition over the weekend at the Grinnell Tournament, walking away with one win and three hard-fought losses. Despite the challenging matches, the Bombers showcased their resilience and competitive spirit throughout the day.

Match Results:

vs. Iowa City West: The Bombers opened the tournament against a formidable Iowa City West team, falling in straight sets, 21-10, 21-15.

vs. #8 West Liberty: Ballard then took on the 8th-ranked West Liberty, where they again fell short, losing 21-14, 21-13 in another straight-set match.

vs. South Tama: The Bombers found their stride in the third match of the day, defeating South Tama in convincing fashion, 21-13, 21-6. The team played with energy and precision, securing their only victory of the tournament.

vs. Dallas Center-Grimes: In their final match, Ballard faced off against Dallas Center-Grimes. The Bombers took the first set 21-19 but were unable to maintain the momentum, dropping the next two sets 21-15 and 15-5, resulting in a 2-1 loss.

Looking Ahead:

The Bombers will look to build on their experiences from the Grinnell Tournament as they prepare for their conference opener.  Ballard returns to the court on Tuesday, September 3, when they host #4 Carlisle.  The action kicks off at 5:30 PM, with the Bombers eager to start conference play on a strong note.