Lady Lions Fall in Season Opener to Kent State Tuscarawas
Beaver Volleyball opens season with loss to Kent State Tuscarawas. Beaver lost 3 sets to nil.
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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25 | 25 | 25 | 3 |
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12 | 11 | 18 | 0 |
Team Stats
Kent St.-Tuscarawas
| Game Statistics | Kent St.-Tuscarawas | Penn State Beaver |
|---|---|---|
| Hitting % | .254 | -.125 |
| Blocks | 0.0 | 4.0 |
| Digs | 20 | 27 |
| Aces | 15 | 10 |
Monaca, PA- In a commanding performance, Kent State-Tuscarawas swept Penn State Beaver 3-0 in their season opener at the Beaver Field House on August 29, 2025. The match, which began at 3:00 PM, saw Kent State-Tuscarawas showcase their prowess with set scores of 25-12, 25-11, and 25-18.
Penn State Beaver struggled to find their rhythm, ending the match with a negative hitting percentage of -.125. Despite the efforts of Bryanna Neiberg and Ja'Leyah Sykes, who led the team with 4 and 3 kills respectively, the team could not overcome the aggressive play of Kent State-Tuscarawas. Defensive efforts were led by Linnea Pilarski and Jordan Moore, each contributing 7 digs, but it was not enough to counter the visitors' attack.
The match marked a strong start for Kent State-Tuscarawas as they aim to build momentum for the rest of the season. Meanwhile, Penn State Beaver will look to regroup and address the challenges faced in this opening match as they prepare for their 7PM match vs Christendom.
