Newberry College Volleyball Team Faces Tough Loss Against Anderson University
NEWBERRY — The atmosphere was electric in the gym on September 10th as the Newberry College volleyball team opened their home season against the visiting Anderson University Trojans. Unfortunately for the Wolves, the evening didn’t turn out quite as hoped, as they fell to Anderson with a score of 3-1.
First Set: A Promising Start
Things kicked off on a positive note for Newberry. The Wolves displayed exceptional teamwork and enthusiasm, taking the first set 25-18. Fans were on their feet as the team executed their plays flawlessly, showing off excellent communication and strategy. The crowd clearly enjoyed seeing their team get off to such a flying start.
The Wolves came out strong, showcasing their potential, but little did they know that a challenging battle was just around the corner!
Second Set: Anderson Strikes Back
As the second set rolled around, Anderson University quickly asserted their dominance. The Trojans raced to a 12-6 lead, causing the Wolves to shift into high gear to keep up. Even though Newberry managed to narrow the gap to a mere four points at 15-19, they couldn’t quite find the momentum to topple the Trojans.
A key moment came when Anderson’s Kaitlyn Barret sealed the set with a powerful kill, assisted by Mia Bennett. The Trojans took this set 25-18, tying the match at one set apiece and shifting the game’s momentum firmly in their favor.
Third Set: A Struggle for the Wolves
The third set turned out to be a roller coaster ride. The two teams exchanged points early on, with the score tied at 5-5. But that’s when Anderson turned on the heat, going on an impressive 7-1 run to take control of the game. Suddenly, the score looked grim for the Wolves as the Trojans pulled away to a commanding 20-8 lead.
Despite the Wolves’ efforts, they couldn’t recover, and Anderson seized the opportunity to close out the set decisively with a score of 25-9. It was clear that the Trojans were feeling confident, with momentum heavily on their side.
Fourth Set: Closing the Door
With the weight of the match on their shoulders, the Wolves stepped onto the court for the fourth set, hoping to find a spark. The beginning was tight, as both teams exchanged points back and forth, trading leads until Anderson managed to jump ahead with a 5-1 advantage.
Anderson then went on an impressive 8-1 scoring spree, quickly escalating their lead to 13-5 and leaving the Wolves struggling to catch up. Unfortunately, the deficit proved too much, and Anderson clinched the last set 25-14, sealing the victory with a final score of 3-1.
What’s Next for the Wolves?
With this home opener under their belt, the Newberry College volleyball team must pick themselves up and refocus as they head on the road to face Lenoir-Rhyne on September 17th at 7 PM for another South Atlantic Conference showdown. The Wolves will be working hard to learn from this match and reclaim their strength on the court.
Fans and supporters are eager to see how the team will respond in their upcoming game. One thing’s for sure: Newberry College has a passionate team and a dedicated fan base that will continue cheering them on, rain or shine!
Let’s go, Wolves!
