NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State volleyball (3-8, 0-0 MVC) fell 0-3 to in-state rival Illinois (7-3, 0-0 Big Ten) in their second match of the Redbird Classic on Friday night in Redbird Arena.
Despite the Redbirds having an early lead in two of the first three sets, Illinois State couldn't match Illinois' .375 hitting percentage with each set ending with a score of 16-25.
The Illini relied heavily on their serving in the three-set victory, notching seven service aces, including four from defensive specialist Taylor Kuper.
Aliyah Moore was ISU's top performer offensively, finishing with seven kills, while Champaign, Illinois native, Allie Trame led the 'Birds defensively with five blocks.