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3 things that stood out from Wisconsin volleyball's five-set squeaker vs. Ohio State

Dennis Punzel For BadgerExtra
Nov 28, 2024
Nov 28, 2024 Updated May 15, 2025

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Anna and Piotr Orzol are certainly getting their money’s worth.

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Wisconsin hitter Julia Orzol, left, and setter Charlie Fuerbringer celebrate after a point Wednesday as Caroline Crawford looks on against Ohio State at the UW Field House.
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Wisconsin libero Saige Damrow celebrates after winning the fifth set to defeat Ohio State on Wednesday at the UW Field House.
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Wisconsin libero Saige Damrow, right, and Lola Schumacher react after losing a point Wednesday against Ohio State at the UW Field House.
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