Embry-Riddle faced a tough match against La Sierra University, losing 3-0 on the road. The set scores were close: 25-23, 25-19, and 25-23.
Senior Emma Barber stood out, leading the team with 8 kills and 10 digs. Both Brooke Eglinton and Hannah Clear matched her kill count, with Clear notably achieving a high efficiency of .571. Setter Alice Tuci did a commendable job, providing 25 assists, along with 5 digs and a service ace.
Defensively, Alexis Creager was key, racking up 16 digs, while Ronni Lyons added 14 digs and 3 service aces. As a team, the Eagles recorded 61 digs and 5 service aces, but struggled offensively. They hit only .148 overall, committing 18 errors on 122 attempts. The second set was especially challenging, as the team hit just .086.
La Sierra’s Ariana Pedroza led her team with 14 kills at a .270 hitting percentage, backed by Julissa Rodriguez’s 11 kills at .391. The Golden Eagles hit .242 collectively and outperformed Embry-Riddle in blocks, with 18 to the Eagles’ 4.
Looking forward, Embry-Riddle has their next match on Friday against Ottawa University Arizona at 4 PM in the Eagle Gym. This matchup will be crucial for the team’s morale and strategies moving forward.
Historically, Embry-Riddle has faced similar challenges in past seasons but often uses these tough matches to learn and improve. With 61 digs in this game, the defensive effort shows potential, indicating that with adjustments in offense, they can bounce back strong.
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