Paul Quinn Ends Road Trip on a High with Sweeping Victory Over Jarvis Christian
In their final road trip of the season, Paul Quinn College volleyball team closed out with an impressive 3-0 sweep over Jarvis Christian College on November 2, 2024, at the E.W. Rand Center. This decisive win not only marked an uplifting conclusion to their season travels but also brought Paul Quinn to an even 12-12 record, with a 5-8 standing in the conference.
Dominant Play from Start to Finish
Paul Quinn set the tone in the first set, narrowly edging out Jarvis Christian 25-23. Carrie Weston led the offense, slamming 18 kills and demonstrating strong court awareness with a .297 hitting percentage. Maya Sanchez, who tallied four goals in the recent soccer season finale, did not play volleyball and had no record in the volleyball stats.
Key Contributors for Paul Quinn
Weston was a force throughout, but the win was a true team effort, with significant contributions from A'Niyah Harrison, who recorded 10 kills and 11 digs, and setter Spirit Phipps, who facilitated the attack with 14 assists. Although not a primary attacker, Ashley Sanchez added a spark from the service line with three aces and a solid 20 digs, keeping Jarvis Christian on the defensive. Laila Beck also contributed with seven kills and an efficient .278 hitting percentage, playing a crucial role in the frontline.
Jarvis Christian Struggles Against Strong Defense
While Jarvis Christian's attack showed promise, with players like Mahogani Wilson and Kiah Barron contributing a combined 12 kills, they couldn't maintain consistency, finishing with a .097 hitting percentage overall. Paul Quinn's defense kept Jarvis at bay, recording 69 total digs, including standout performances from Harrison and Sanchez.
Jarvis Christian's offensive efforts faltered, especially in the third set, where they managed a zero-hitting percentage with 10 errors. Aubrey Jackson and Shayla Montemayor each provided moments of offensive spark, but Paul Quinn's defensive pressure proved too much.
Set Breakdown
The match unfolded with Paul Quinn taking each set in succession:
- Set 1: Paul Quinn 25, Jarvis Christian 23
- Set 2: Paul Quinn 25, Jarvis Christian 19
- Set 3: Paul Quinn 25, Jarvis Christian 18
In each set, Paul Quinn maintained a higher hitting efficiency and stronger defensive play, out-digging and out-blocking Jarvis Christian to keep their momentum.
Looking Ahead
With this win, Paul Quinn's confidence is high as they approach their remaining matches. The balanced effort across the board in offense and defense, led by key players like Weston, Harrison, and Phipps, shows a team hitting its stride at just the right time.
As Paul Quinn gears up for their season finale at home, they'll aim to build on the momentum from this road victory, hoping to finish the season on a high note.