ST. PAUL—Bethel University got back to its winning ways Friday night in St. Paul, where they handed St. Catherine University a 3-1 loss. The Royals (11-6, 1-3 MIAC) totaled 62.0 points on 55 kills, five aces, and two blocks, opposed to the Wildcats (8-10, 0-5 MIAC), who mustered 49.5 points on 35 kills, eight aces, and six blocks.
 
Tina Hoppe continued her terror at the net, composing 22 kills and 10 digs, while also hitting .250 throughout the night. Right behind her was Callie Sinclair, who recorded 16 kills and 16 digs.
 
Freshman defensive specialist Dominique Dabu led the team with 23 kills. Meanwhile, Holly Ellwanger and Katie Lubben paced the Royals from the setter position—posting 23 and 20 assists, respectively.
 
Bethel returns to their home court Friday evening, when they play Hamline University in a homecoming match at 6 p.m. First serve between the Royals and Pipers is scheduled for 6 p.m.