NEW LONDON, N.H. - The Colby-Sawyer women's volleyball team picked up win number seven on the season, Thursday night with a 3-0 victory over Fitchburg State University.
The Basics:
Score:
Colby-Sawyer 3, Fitchburg State University 0 (28-16 | 25-15 | 25-22)
Records:
Colby-Sawyer (7-10, 1-2 GNAC), Fitchburg State University (1-13)
Location: New London, NH
Rapid Recap:
- The Chargers were behind in the first set by a 21-15 margin, before an eight point run sparked by junior Mia Harmon (Concord, N.H) who registered three service aces during the stretch. Colby-Sawyer would eventually close things out in a 28-26 first set triumph.
- The Chargers continued their momentum in the second set rallying both a six-point and five-point streak respectfully. First year Shaelyn Thornton (Scarborough, ME) led the charge with three kills to help pull off the largest set victory of the night, 25-15.
- Colby-Sawyer finished off the Falcons with a remarkable nine-point swing taking the Chargers from a 17-14 deficit to a 22-17 advantage. First Year Makaila Blinne (Palm Bay, FL) used three kills to lead the home team to a three-set win with a 25-22 outcome.
Coaches Corner:
"Our team continues to improve every day and tonight was no exception. We had to dig ourselves out of some holes but proved that we have the mental fortitude to do so."
-Head Coach
Cailyn Straubel
Notes & Notables
- In the match Thornton led the way for the Chargers registering nine kills, 11 digs and a pair of service aces.
- Ameesah Cotten (Newburgh, N.Y.) notched six kills, three blocks and an assist, while Ava LaValle (Peabody, Mass.) added six kills, and two digs.
- Anna Allen (Los Angeles, Calif.) continued to set up the Chargers with 20 assists in the three sets.
Up Next:
Women's volleyball returns to Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) action tomorrow taking on Dean College in New London at 7:00 PM.
