After leading the majority of the third set, Wyoming looked to avoid a sweep from Fresno State. But with a strong finisher like senior offensive hitter Desiree Sukhov, the ‘Dogs were not going to extend the game to a fourth set.
It was the Cowgirls’ serve and the ‘Dogs needed one more point to win, 24-23. As Fresno State fans cheered to distract the opposing team’s serve, the Bulldogs carried the momentum to recover the ball.
The rally ended in the hands of Bulldog Ella Rud as she assisted the ball to Sukhov. Sukhov then rose above the net for a finishing blow to seal the win for the final set.