Eagles Soar to Victory Over crusaders
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WILSON, N.C. – The Barton College eagles defeated the Holy Cross College Crusaders 3-0 on Saturday afternoon in a dominant Conference Carolinas performance. The Eagles controlled the match from start to finish, showcasing a strong offensive attack and a resilient defence.
First Set Dominance
Barton quickly established control in the first set, winning 25-14. Outside hitter isabel Montes recorded five kills, leading the Eagles’ attack. The team hit .357 in the set, capitalizing on Crusader errors and demonstrating effective blocking.
Continued Momentum
The Eagles carried their momentum into the second set, securing a 25-18 victory. Middle blocker Lily Frederickson proved a key player, contributing three blocks and four kills. Barton’s service game also proved effective, with three service aces disrupting the Crusaders’ offense.
Closing Strong
Barton closed out the match with a decisive 25-15 win in the third set. Setter Alejandra Flores orchestrated the offense effectively, distributing the ball to a variety of hitters. The Eagles finished the match with a .301 hitting percentage and 41 total kills.
Key Performers
Isabel Montes led all players with 12 kills, earning her player of the match honors. Lily Frederickson added 8 kills and 5 blocks.Alejandra Flores tallied 32 assists, and Kaylee Knight recorded 14 digs.
Looking Ahead
The Eagles will travel to face Barton on October 7th at 7:00 PM. This match promises to be a challenging contest as Barton looks to continue their winning streak.