Waleska, Ga. - The Reinhardt University Women's Volleyball team secured a decisive victory over the Bluefield Rams on Saturday morning, in Waleska, Ga. The match concluded with a sweeping scoreline of Reinhardt University 3, Bluefield 0. This result further solidifies the Eagles' strong position in the AAC conference at #1
The Eagles showcased their dominance from the start, leading the first set with a convincing 25-14 score. The following sets were tightly contested, yet Reinhardt continued to outperform Bluefield with set scores of 25-20 and 25-19.
Key players for Reinhardt included Juliette Baffico, who stood out with an impressive 11 kills. Jenna Smith also played pivotal roles, contributing 8 kills and 1 block. Faith Breitbarth wasn't just effective on the offensive with 5 kills but also managed to secure 2 aces. Defensive efforts were led by Shelby Simmons who amassed 7 blocks, greatly impacting the Rams' scoring opportunities. The defensive prowess was further bolstered by Silvia Aguado, who managed a notable 24 digs throughout the match.
Ashlynn Barnes and Halle Janik facilitated the team's fluid gameplay, providing 18 and 15 assists, respectively. Their efficient setting was crucial in positioning their hitters for successful attacks, thereby maintaining momentum and building pressure on the Rams.
Looking ahead, the Eagles are scheduled to face Columbia College at home on Tuesday, October 14th, at 6:30 pm. The Eagles aim to continue their winning streak and maintain their formidable record of 17-4 overall, with a perfect 9-0 in the conference.
