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The third-seeded Wisconsin Badgers swept Eastern Illinois in the first round of the NCAA tournament.

Freshman libero Kristen Simon was a standout player with two service aces, other serves that pressured EIU and 15 digs.

Wisconsin's offense hit .435, with middle blockers Carter Booth and another player combining for 12 kills without an error.

MADISON – With a second-round match looming fewer than 24 hours later, Wisconsin volleyball was in a position to benefit from three quick, resounding sets in the first round of the NCAA tournament .

“Some other sports – you can get yourself a big lead and then just run the clock out,” Wisconsin coach Kelly Sheffield said. “There is no clock with us. You’ve got to keep pounding away, and you can’t play arrogant. You can’t

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