LAKELAND, Fla. — Hillsdale (1-0, 0-0 G-MAC) edged out Anderson University (0-1, 0-0 SAC) in a five-set thriller, 25-16, 11-25, 21-25, 25-20, 15-12, at Jenkins Field House on Friday afternoon. This match was part of the 2025 Jet's Pizza FSC Volleyball Classic in Lakeland, Fla.

Hillsdale took control of the first set with a decisive 25-16 victory over Anderson. The Chargers capitalized on Anderson's errors, benefiting from six attack errors and two service errors by the visitors. Caroline Lanicek and Ellie Fles each recorded multiple kills, with Fles contributing three kills in the latter half of the set. Hillsdale maintained their lead through effective blocking and consistent serves to close out the set.

In the second set, Anderson University dominated, winning 25-11. The Chargers struggled with errors, committing four attack errors and two service errors. Anderson controlled the tempo, with Sophie Deese contributing a service ace and Mikaylah Hedlund adding two more to the scoreline. Anderson's aggressive play and Hillsdale's miscues allowed the visitors to extend their lead consistently throughout the period.

Hillsdale battled through a tightly contested third set but ultimately fell to Anderson 25-21. Jenna Southland led the team with key kills, contributing significantly alongside Josie TeSlaa's assists. Despite a strong start that saw the Chargers take an early 4-0 lead, Anderson capitalized on Hillsdale's attack errors and service errors, swinging the momentum with Emily Campbell's crucial kills. Anderson's late 4-0 run sealed the set, overcoming Hillsdale's resistance.

The Chargers secured the fourth set victory over Anderson with a 25-20 win, showcasing a strong performance from Emory Braswell, who contributed multiple kills, including one that extended their lead to 20-16. Hillsdale capitalized on several attack errors by Anderson, with Caroline Lanicek and Adi Sysum combining for key blocks that halted the visitors' momentum. Hannah Baker's effective attacks, including a decisive kill to reach set point, were instrumental as the Chargers closed out the period despite a late push from Anderson.

Hillsdale edged out Anderson with a 15-12 victory in a tightly contested fifth set. The Chargers' offense was propelled by Lanicek, who contributed three critical kills. Anderson's Ava Reeves faced challenges, resulting in multiple attack errors that Hillsdale capitalized on, including a decisive block by Southland and TeSlaa to push the home team ahead.

Braswell paced the defensive effort with 19 digs while also adding 13 kills across five sets. Southland contributed significantly at the net, tallying 16 points and leading the team with five total blocks. TeSlaa facilitated the offense with 36 assists, showcasing her playmaking ability in all five sets. Madison Peal matched Braswell's defensive intensity, recording 18 digs to support the team's backcourt efforts.

Reeves has been a defensive leader for Anderson, amassing 18 digs over five sets, coupled with 13 kills and recording a .194 hitting percentage. Ellie Nieporte excelled as a setter, delivering 44 assists while maintaining a .500 hitting percentage with two kills. Campbell has been a key contributor both offensively and defensively, registering 13 kills with a .346 hitting percentage and leading the team with six total blocks. Jamie Juhnevicz has been pivotal on defense with 23 digs, further supporting the team's backline efforts.