MADISON, Wis. -- Big Ten play is supposed to be the most challenging part of the No. 7 Wisconsin volleyball team's season. Through three matches, they've yet to drop a set.

The Badgers extended their winning streak to 9 Thursday with their third sweep in a row, taking down an Illinois squad that received votes in this week's AVCA poll.

It was another match where Wisconsin star Mimi Colyer led all players in kills, this time with 16, while also recording an ace. Una Vajagic added 10 kills of her own.

The Badgers out-blocked the Illini 10-6 and played a cleaner game of volleyball. The Illini had 20 errors while the Badgers had 12.

Wisconsin gathered all the momentum they needed in the opening set. Tied 15-15, the Badgers put together a 10-0 scoring run to take the frame. That set the ton

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