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The team emerged from the break with renewed focus, securing three consecutive wins to clinch the conference title. A standout performance during the series earned junior Nicole Dombrowski MVP honors. Dombrowski was subbed in for game 3 and showcased exceptional skill, a decision validated by Coach Brett Sheldon, our dedicated casters for the day鈥擟hristian Bump and Anthony Lucey鈥攁nd the viewers on the Twitch stream.