GAME FLOW
The first set was very tight, but the Hornets were able to win the first 25-22. Lyon regrouped and defeated the Scots in the next two sets by a combined total of four points. The sets finished with identical scores (25-23, 25-23). Lyon's great conditioning and depth showed up in the fourth set as the Scots took the fourth set 25-13 to defeat the Hornets. Lyon used terrific performances by several players, highlighted by four Scots recording double digit assist totals in the match – Elizabeth Bairett (14), Kendra Davidson (13), Ellie Embry (10), and Kaitlyn Jackson (10).
KEY STATISTICS
- Madisson Williams etched 18 digs.
- Maria Eleni Bampiri used her length to finish with a team-high 3 blocks.
- Kendra Kelley led Lyon with 12 kills, while Michayla Shanks added 10 kills.
- Lyon bested the Hornets in kills 59-40 and overwhelmed HSSU in attacks 148-115.
COACH RAY GREEN QUOTE
"Today was a better day. Too many unforced errors hurt us early in the match, but we were able to keep our composure and compete well. Everyone was able to contribute to our success today, too." – Coach Ray Green
WHAT'S AHEAD FOR THE SCOTS
Lyon returns home for their first home matches of the season next Friday and Saturday. The Scots will welcome William Woods University to Becknell Gymnasium for a 7:00 p.m. start on Sep. 21. The following day, the Scots will battle No. 1 Park University at 1:00 p.m.
Volleyball Contact: Justin Wagner
870-307-7073 | justin.wagner@lyon.edu
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