Box Score The Kentucky Wesleyan volleyball team fell to Trevecca in five sets (22-25, 22-25, 25-20, 25-16, 6-15) at the G-MAC quarterfinals in Mason, OH on Thursday evening. The Panthers rallied from a two set deficit and forced a decisive fifth set, but fell short. The Panthers (9-20, 3-8 G-MAC) season officially comes to a close with the defeat.
In the first set, the score remained close for Trevecca seemingly the whole way. The Trojans built a small lead, but saw Kentucky Wesleyan make a comeback and cut into the lead. The Trojans held off the Panthers late surge and won the opening set 25-22.
It was the same result in the second set. Kentucky Wesleyan began the set on top and held an early 8-4 lead. However, Trevecca re-took the lead and led the Panthers 18-16 later on in the set. This time Trevecca built a 22-16 advantage, but once again Kentucky Wesleyan wouldn't go away. The Panthers cut into the lead and made it close, but Trevecca prevailed 25-22.
Kentucky Wesleyan would not be denied in the third set. After jumping out to a big 7-0 lead, Trevecca was able to close the gap. The Panthers would hold on to the lead this time. After leading the Trojans 20-18, the Panthers won several big points at the net, and took the set 25-20.
In the fourth set, it was all Kentucky Wesleyan. The Panthers for the time being were able to take the Trojans out of their rhythm and held an 8-4 lead in the set. Kentucky Wesleyan continued its dominant play, and built their largest lead of the match, at 18-10 before Trevecca called timeout. The Panthers were still able to control the set and held on to the momentum with a 25-16 fourth set win.
In the fifth and final set, Trevecca jumped straight out of the gates and put Kentucky Wesleyan on their heels. The Trojans led 8-2 as both teams switched sides. Kentucky Wesleyan was unable to answer any of the Trojans attacks, and Trevecca clinched the match with the 15-6 set victory.
The Panthers were led by
Nikki Jenkins who produced 23 kills in the match.
Gabrielle Gallois also notched in 14 kills.
Sarah Swenson collected 55 assists.
Nicole Venema tallied 23 digs, and
Emily Yocom also provided 12.
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