Pensacola, Florida – The Lady Eagles controlled the match from the start, securing all three sets against Trinity in less than 50 minutes.
The graduating seniors were recognized for their hard work and accomplishments during their time on the volleyball team.
Head Coach
Calyn Ohman said the following about her graduating seniors:
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Priscilla Allen and
Lauren Stanley will graduate in December. Both of these ladies have been tremendous managers this season at practices and games, keeping stats, doing laundry, and shagging balls. After graduation, Priscilla plans to work for a school or camp. Lauren's three-year managing experience has grown her desire to continue in sports managing, and she hopes to coach volleyball one day. Thank you ladies for your help with the volleyball team this season.
Tiffany Dover has only been a part of the volleyball program for two years; however, she has shown a great deal of dedication to learning the sport and the team. Tiffany has an uplifting spirit and is always ready to make you laugh. The friendships made are Tiffany's favorite part of being on the volleyball team. After graduation, she is planning to work for a local hospital. Thank you Tiffany for your contribution to the Lady Eagles volleyball team.
Jasmine Baldonado has had a major contribution to this volleyball program. Playing for the Lady Eagles volleyball team for all four years, Jasmine has played almost every set and match. She has shown a great example of perseverance and dedication through her never-give-up attitude. After she graduates, Jasmine plans to join the Air Force. Thank you Jasmine for the example you have been both on and off the court.
The same year Jasmine came to the team,
Anna Grace Carrick also joined the team. Over the past four years, her leadership qualities and volleyball skills have increased. When asked what she has enjoyed the most about being on the team, Anna Grace replied, "The lifelong friendship I've gained through these four years is something I will never take for granted. And road trips—I'll never forget the memories made." Thank you AG for the hard work and dedication you have put into this volleyball program."
Tiffany Dover made the most of her senior year, racking up 98 kills and 84 digs. She has been a consistent performer and gave the team a boost of energy when they needed it most.
Anna Grace Carrick has been the backbone of our defense this past year securing 221 digs.
Jasmine Baldonado has been a consistent performer on both offense and defense earning 154 kills and 231 digs.
The Lady Eagles turned tonight's win into a 9 game winning streak since 2016 against their opponent, Trinity Baptist College. The Lady Eagles controlled this match from the start with their high hitting percentages and overpowering offense.
The Lady Eagles started out the first set 6-1 after several successful kills and ball handling errors made by Trinity. Trinity came back 5-7 after some successful attacks. As soon as Trinity came within reach the Lady Eagles pulled away. The Lady Eagles went on several runs until they reached 25-11. The Last Eagles finished the first set with a hitting percentage of 24% while Trinity had -.12% from over 15 missed attacks.
The Lady Eagles performed even stronger in the second set than the first thanks to their consistent performers on the court. The Lady Eagles went on four 5 point runs repeatedly until they reached a final score of 25-7. The Lady Eagles finished the second set with a hitting percentage of 39% while Trinity had -27% because of so many errors.
The Lady Eagles started out the third set 9-1 against Trinity after many successful kills and service aces. Although Trinity made some progress scoring several points off of kills, they were unable to come back from the Lady Eagles overpowering offensive performance. The Lady Eagles finished out the third set 25-13 against Trinity, securing their 9
th win in a row against this opponent.
Abby Grider (8),
Baylee Jensen (6), and
Jasmine Baldonado (5) led the team in kills for a combined 19 kills.
The Lady Eagles continued their win streak against Trinity tonight and added another W to their collection.