Paul Quinn Falls to Science and Arts in Straight Sets

In an intense volleyball match held at Drover Fieldhouse in Chickasha, Oklahoma, Science and Arts emerged victorious against Paul Quinn, winning all three sets with scores of 25-14, 25-21, and 25-14. This win improves Science and Arts' record to 3-1, while Paul Quinn falls to 1-3 for the season.

Match Overview

Science and Arts demonstrated their dominance from the beginning, showcasing strong offensive and defensive plays. The team maintained a consistent attack percentage throughout the match, finishing with a .240 hitting percentage. Meanwhile, Paul Quinn struggled to find their rhythm, ending with a hitting percentage of just .058.

Key Performances:

• Science and Arts:
• • Tara Utornik led the team with 10 kills and a .438 hitting percentage, showing her prowess at the net.
  • Morgan Kobe also contributed significantly with 10 kills and a .471 hitting percentage, proving a formidable force.
  • Yaiza Larrauri made a notable impact from the service line, delivering 8 service aces and contributing 11 digs, which anchored the team's defense.
  • Bailey Makahununiu orchestrated the offense with 21 assists, ensuring a well-distributed attack.
• Paul Quinn:
• • Spirit Phipps was the standout performer for Paul Quinn, leading with 8 kills and a .250 hitting percentage. Her aggressive play helped keep her team competitive.
  • Brittany Brown-Riddick and A'Niyah Harrison added 6 and 5 kills respectively, attempting to push back against Science and Arts' dominance.
  • Kristen Williams delivered one of the team's few service aces and displayed solid defensive work with 4 digs.

Set-by-Set Breakdown

Set 1: Science and Arts took control early with a balanced attack, achieving a hitting percentage of .250. Their aggressive serving and solid blocking led to a comfortable 25-14 win. Paul Quinn struggled to get their offense going, hitting at a negative percentage (-.211) with more errors than kills.

Set 2: The second set was more competitive, with Paul Quinn showing signs of a comeback. They improved their hitting to .219 and managed to keep the set close until the end. However, Science and Arts' relentless pressure and key plays from Utornik and Kobe secured a 25-21 victory.

Set 3: Science and Arts continued their momentum in the final set, showcasing their depth with contributions from multiple players. They closed the match with a 25-14 win, highlighting their superior performance. Paul Quinn's attack faltered again, posting a .057 hitting percentage, which allowed Science and Arts to capitalize on their errors.