Redbird Volleyball

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The season has started and in non-conference matches at home the Illinois State Womens volleyball team in 2 wins ans 0 losses.

The fanbase could be a little better this season, but I expect it will improve as they move to MVC play. Just to wet your appetite here are 2 galleries to let you see what you have missed.


20110830 Southern IL-e v Illinois State - Images by Alan Look


20110907 Western Illinois v Illinois State - Images by Alan Look

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