Bluefield, VA – The atmosphere was electric in Bluefield as the Rams welcomed the Union College Bulldogs to their home court, determined to avenge an earlier season loss. The Rams delivered a stellar performance, defeating the Bulldogs 3-1 and maintaining their unbeaten home record.
The match kicked off with the Rams coming out strong in the first set, showcasing their relentless offensive strategy. They dominated the court, limiting their errors to just four points, and secured the set with a decisive score of 25-15.
The second set saw the Bulldogs make tactical adjustments, keeping the score close. However, the Rams maintained their momentum and emerged victorious again, taking the set 25-22.
The third set was a fierce back-and-forth battle, with the Bulldogs finally gaining an edge. The Rams dropped this set, but the energy from their enthusiastic crowd, particularly the student section, kept spirits high.
In the fourth set, buoyed by the support from their fans, the Rams rallied with impressive plays from their offensive hitters and strong defensive efforts. They closed out the match with a commanding 25-17 victory.
Game Leaders:
- Kills: Liangelys Santana (14), Joslyn Evans (13), Cylie-Ann Wong (13)
- Aces: Liangelys Santana (2), Nayerly Jimenez (2), Eledy Torres (1)
- Blocks: Joslyn Evans (3.0), Davina Lopez (3.0), Liangelys Santana (2.0)
- Assists: Nayerly Jimenez (47), Georgia Lewis (2), Davina Lopez (1)
- Digs: Georgia Lewis (20), Liangelys Santana (15), Nayerly Jimenez (9)
The Rams will look to carry their winning momentum on the road as they head to Laurinburg, NC, to face the St. Andrews Knights on October 18th.
