<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3rWvpc_1F9SE4Xy00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3rWvpc_1F9SE4Xy00" width="1763" height="1175" ><figcaption>Sophomore setter Hadley Hardersen had 13 kills in Thursday nights match against Milwaukee at the ISU Arena. Indiana State Athletics</figcaption></figure>Indiana State Volleyball came into its matchup against the Milwaukee Panthers looking to bounce back after a tough five-set loss on Thursday evening. The Sycamores fought through a close game but were unable to finish with the win. Indiana State started strong against Milwaukee by winning the first set 25-19. However, Milwaukee came back and took control of the match, eventually defeating the Sycamores 3–1 in sets.Both sophomore setter Hadley Hardensen and junior outside hitter Curry Kendall were the impact players for the Sycamores, finishing with 13 kills each.Sophomore outside hitter Corinne Knapp also contributed with seven assists. The Sycamores continued to compete throughout the match, falling in the second and third sets by scores of 28-26 and then falling in the fourth set 25-23.After the game, Indiana State Head Coach Ted Kopacz discussed his first season as head coach and some of the adjustments he has had to make.“I think the biggest adjustment has been moving into the head coach's chair, in that role, having to be the person who kind of is leading the entire program, making the final decisions on everything,”said KopaczBecoming a head coach comes with a lot of responsibility because he is not only managing the team but also helping lead the entire program. He described this as one of the most enjoyable parts of his new position.The team's chemistry has also been an important part of the season. All 16 athletes from the previous season returned to Indiana State despite the coaching change.<h2>More from this section </h2>“I think that really speaks volumes to them about, one, the closeness of their relationships and how tight they are, but two, their dedication to each other and wanting to stick it out,”said Kopacz.Playing at home has also been important for the team. The program has worked to update the arena and create a better experience for fans.“There's a passion for volleyball in this town. So being able to play at home and play in front of some of those fans and kind of create new fans has been really special,”said Kopacz.Even after another tough loss, the team is focused on learning from its mistakes and continuing to improve. The team has been working on handling pressure and learning how to finish close games.“Really, it's we're on a journey to learn how to win. That's kind of been the theme of this season is figuring out how to win games,”said Kopacz.The Sycamores will return to action this Friday at 12:30p.m.,when they compete in the Purdue Fort Wayne Invitational against Stonehill. Indiana State will look to use the lessons from its recent matches as it continues through the season.</div></body>

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Indiana State Volleyball came into its matchup against the Milwaukee Panthers looking to bounce back after a tough five-set loss on Thursday evening. The Sycamores fought through a close game but were unable to finish with the win. Indiana State started strong against Milwaukee by winning the first set 25-19....

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Indiana State Volleyball came into its matchup against the Milwaukee Panthers looking to bounce back after a tough five-set loss on Thursday evening. The S

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