BABSON PARK, Fla. — The Webber International University women's volleyball team celebrated Senior Day in winning fashion on Saturday afternoon, earning a straight-set victory over Ave Maria University at Jessica Costanzo Court inside the Sabbagh Athletic Center. The Warriors secured the 3-0 win with set scores of 25-23, 25-16 and 25-23.
Webber opened the afternoon with a competitive first set, using a strong offensive performance to take a 25-23 decision. The Warriors carried that momentum into the second set, recording 13 kills while limiting their errors to take the frame 25-16.
The Warriors completed the sweep in the third set, recording 19 kills and hitting .293 to close out the match with another 25-23 victory.
Yaleesmar Rivera Rosa led Webber's offensive attack with 14 kills while hitting .407. Lucianna Marinella added nine kills and contributed 19 assists, while Ninette Romero Lopez finished with eight kills and a team-high four total blocks.
Katelyn Bobo paced the Warriors with 20 assists, while Alejandra Aponte led the defensive effort with 13 digs. Marinella added seven digs, and Stacy Maimur contributed four blocks.
As a team, Webber finished with 44 kills, 41 assists and 44 digs while hitting .297. The Warriors also recorded four total blocks and two service aces.
The victory made for a memorable Senior Day at home as Webber celebrated its seniors before delivering a strong performance on the court.
