Kearney, Neb. – Senior Britni Norfolk won in three sets to help Nebraska-Kearney upset Central Oklahoma, 5-4, Saturday in Edmond.
 
The Lopers (14-6, 4-3) came in ranked eighth in the Central Region with the Bronchos (12-8, 6-3) two spots higher.
 
UNK dominated doubles, allowing just eight total points to grab a 3-0 lead in the match. However, UCO won between No. 1-4 singles, including a three-set decision by Kristin Richardson over Spanish sophomore Paula Jimenez (2-6, 6-3, 6-3). 
 
Arizona junior Kari Emery won easily in the sixth spot (6-1, 6-0) and thus the dual came down to No. 5 singles.
 
Norfolk (Brashear, Mo.) won the first set 6-2 over Emilie Semo but dropped the second, 6-4. She bounced back to win the final two games of the third set to prevail 6-4. That gives her a team-best 16 singles wins this year.
 
UNK hosts Concordia Tuesday evening at Harmon Park.