Final Regular Season Game Leave Beaver With a Loss 3-0 to Shenango
Taking on Penn State Shenango in their final regular season game the team took a loss but looks to make strides in playoffs.
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | T |
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25 | 25 | 25 | 3 |
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16 | 17 | 10 | 0 |
Team Stats
Penn State Shenango
| Game Statistics | Penn State Shenango | Penn State Beaver |
|---|---|---|
| Hitting % | .507 | .178 |
| Blocks | 3.0 | 0.0 |
| Digs | 31 | 21 |
| Aces | 14 | 6 |
Monaca, PA - In a decisive match, Penn State Shenango swept Penn State Beaver in straight sets, with scores of 25-16, 25-17, and 25-10. The loss leaves Penn State Beaver with a 9-15 overall record and a 4-6 mark in conference play.
Beaver's performance was highlighted by several key players, despite the team's overall struggles. Bryanna Neiberg led the team with 15 kills and a .267 hitting percentage, contributing significantly to Beaver's offensive efforts. Ja'Leyah Sykes also made a notable impact with 5 kills and a .444 hitting percentage. Madison Bruce contributed 4 kills this game with a hitting percentage of .667. Jordan Moore facilitated the team's attack with 20 assists, while Hannah Hoffman and Laila Funkhouser each added 2 service aces. Defensively, Bryanna Neiberg also led with 6 digs, showcasing her all-around capabilities on the court. However, the team collectively faced challenges in maintaining consistency, as reflected in their .178 hitting percentage.
Looking ahead, Penn State Beaver is set to face Penn State Dubois in the playoffs on Monday, October 20th at home. This upcoming match presents an opportunity for Beaver to regroup and capitalize on their home-court advantage. With the playoffs on the horizon, the team will aim to refine their strategies and build on the individual performances that showed promise against Shenango. The matchup against Penn State Dubois will be crucial for Beaver as they seek to extend their season and make a strong playoff run.
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