Stevens Ducks Split Quad-Match on Opening Day
Hoboken, N.J. – The women’s volleyball team from the Stevens Institute of Technology concluded the first day of its weekend quad match on a mixed note, securing victory against Sarah Lawrence before facing defeat against Springfield. The Ducks now hold a record of 5-5 for the season.
Match Overview: Stevens vs. Sarah Lawrence
In their initial match against Sarah Lawrence, the Ducks showcased a powerful performance, sweeping the Gryphons with set scores of 25-19, 25-8, and 25-13.
Key Moments
- After trailing early in the first set, Stevens rallied from a 14-7 deficit with an impressive 8-1 scoring run, leveling the game at 15-all.
- Alyssa O’Neal and Raeann Baker emerged as standout players during this rally, contributing crucial kills and aces.
- Stevens demonstrated dominance in the second set, taking a significant lead of 10-2, largely attributed to Alexa Brucculeri’s exceptional serving.
- The Ducks capped off their strong performance in the third set by scoring the first 11 points, concluding the match with a decisive victory.
Statistics from the Match
- The Ducks achieved a season-high of 14 service aces while maintaining a low of five service errors.
- Earnings included a .303 hitting percentage, which is the second highest of the year.
- Notable performances included Ella Kraver with six kills, Eva Tarolli with four blocks, and Brucculeri with eight aces alongside 11 digs.
- O’Neal also excelled with nine kills and four digs.
Match Overview: Stevens vs. Springfield
The Ducks faced off against Springfield in a closely contested match, ultimately falling short with scores of 22-25, 20-25, and 21-25.
Match Highlights
- Both teams remained competitive at the start, but Springfield pulled away with key scoring runs.
- Despite a strong effort by the Ducks to match the score at 18-all in the first set, Springfield secured the set by scoring the final five points.
- The Ducks managed to score the opening point in the second set, but Springfield quickly took control.
- The final set mirrored earlier patterns, with Springfield again briefly leading before holding on to clinch victory.
Statistics from the Match
- O’Neal contributed significantly in the losing effort with seven kills and seven digs.
- Brucculeri added two aces to her previous totals, bringing her day’s tally to eight with only two service errors.
Next Steps
The Ducks are set to complete their quad-match schedule on Saturday with a matchup against Oneonta, with the game commencing at 1:30 PM. Fans can look forward to an energized performance following a day of significant competition.
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