By: Achilles Carmenate
BABSON PARK, Fla. – Webber International University volleyball is back on the road for two matches in the Sun Conference. The Warriors open the week, Wednesday, September 23 at 7 p.m. against Ave Maria and then take on Keiser, Saturday, September 26 at 2 p.m.
Last Time OutThe Warriors are coming off a strong, 3-1, victory over Florida National University. Webber International dropped the first set to the Conquistadors but responded well taking the next three and the win. The Warriors put together its best set of the season in the match against Florida National, taking the second set 25-8.
Fitting Right InWebber International's newest recruits have had an instant impact on the team.
After nine matches, freshmen Lauren
Dehls continues to power the Warriors attack, notching a team-high 44 kills.
Fellow newcomer Sophie
Rossard has had a major impact, registering a team-best 156 assists, adding 82 digs and 41 kills.
About Ave Mariathe Gyrenes are 10-4 in 2015. After a strong start, Ave Maria is currently on a two-match losing streak, falling to Florida College and Warner.
The Gyrenes junior middle blocker Lexy Smith currently leads the Sun Conference in kills with 170
About Keiserthe Seahawks are off to a great start in 2015, holding an 11-3 record. Keiser has won six of its last seven matches. The Seahawks last loss came against Florida College on September 4. Since then Keiser has won three matches, all by a 3-0 score line.
The Seahawks offense boast two player that have surpassed the 100-kills mark. Junior Nikki McKnown has registered a team-high 126 kills, while Megan Minke has hit 111 kills of her own.