Photo by Natalia Ahrens
Sterling, Kan. – The McPherson College volleyball team went on the road Friday night to play the Sterling College Warriors. The Bulldogs coming off a straight sets win on Wednesday night over Bethany College, picked up right where they left off, making it six sets in a row and dismantling the Warriors on their home court 25-9, 25-11, 25-20.
The Bulldogs got up early in the opening set and never looked back. They opened the first set on a 6-0 run and after the Warriors finally got on the board, the Bulldogs scored another six unanswered points to lead 12-2. From there they cruised to an easy 1-0 lead in the match.
Set two was more of the same. Twelve points into the set, the Bulldogs led 7-5, but then opened the set up with a 5-0 run to open up a seven point lead. Late in the set, the Bulldogs led 19-11, then closed out the set by winning six points in a row.
The Warriors didn't go out without a fight. They kept things interesting in the third set, but despite better play from the home team, the Bulldogs were able to keep them at arms' length throughout the set.
Key Statistic
The key to Friday's sweep at Sterling was getting out to a fast start. The Bulldogs never trailed the Warriors in any of the three sets.
By the Numbers
The Bulldogs were very efficient in their attack, finishing with a .292 attack percentage with 39 kills on 96 swings and only 11 errors.
They assisted on 36 of their 39 kills.
Defensively, they were credited with 50 digs and 2 blocks.
Bulldog Leaders
Kills:
Katelyn Moore (11)
Digs:
Katelyn Moore (11)
Assists:
Cynarah Rodriquez (33)
Aces:
Morgan Watson (5)
Blocks:
Morgan Watson,
Morgan Kobe (2)
Coach Quote
"It was good to go on the road and get a big win in a tough environment. We took care of business in all facets of the game. It was a great team win" -
Cory Cahill
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With the win, the Bulldogs move to 7-5 overall and are now 3-0 in conference play. Â They will get a real test next Wednesday at home when they host the University of St. Mary Spires, who are receiving votes in the latest NAIA top 25 Coaches poll. First serve is slated for 7:00 pm at the Sport Center.
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