Elsah, ILL. -- The volleyball team competed against Eureka College, and both teams were working for their first SLIAC win. Kudos to the lady Panthers for a four-game victory over the Red Devils.
A Look at the Match:
Principia out-hit Eureka .197 to .035, posting a season best hitting percentage. Principia also controlled the side-out game with some solid passing and beautiful offensive choices from setter
Devon Marunde. However, the Red Devils bested Principia from the service line with an 8:3 ace to error compared to Prin's 6:11.
Good to Know:
Nikki Matters took care of business tonight with a career high 20 kills hitting .349, and she tied her career high of 29 digs.
Devon Marunde earned a career high 50 assists in the match, and picked up 21 digs as well. It was a fine offensive team effort with every hitter contributing to the 63 kills –
Sarah Ungerleider with 12 kills hitting .262 and Marunde revving up her offense with 7 kills. It's good to have
Jessica Bayne back in the lineup and she was good for 14 kills tonight, while
Mesa Goebel picked and pounded her way to 9 kills.
Amanda Roberts was a stellar leader tonight helping the defense communicate and move, and finding ways for the hitters to score.
Greer Sprague got some key defensive saves and touches, as well as 2 service aces.
Next Up:
Principia travels to Simpson College in Iowa for a tournament this weekend.
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