Sacred Heart University Women's Volleyball Team Secures Split in Steel Classic Tournament

Strategic Insights -

The Sacred Heart University women's volleyball team split their two matches in the Steel Classic Tournament on Saturday, defeating NJIT in four sets but falling to Valparaiso in three sets. The Pios were led by Ryleigh Short's double-double performance, with 12 kills, 5 digs, and 16 kills, 10 digs against NJIT. Ava Roodbol also shone in the second match, recording 45 assists, 6 digs, and 5 kills. The team's performance was marked by strong performances from several players, including Abbie Hagedorn, Miliani Villarreal, and Brielle Laferriere.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Sacred Heart University women's volleyball team split their two matches in the Steel Classic Tournament, winning against NJIT in four sets and losing to Valparaiso in three sets.
  • Ryleigh Short led the team with a double-double performance, recording 12 kills and 5 digs against Valparaiso and 16 kills and 10 digs against NJIT.
  • Ava Roodbol recorded 45 assists, 6 digs, and 5 kills against NJIT, a career-high for the libero.
  • Miliani Villarreal set a career-high with 19 digs against NJIT, as well as 5 aces.
  • Brielle Laferriere made her collegiate debut against Valpo, going on to record 3 assists, 3 digs, and 2 aces against NJIT.
  • The team's next match is on Wednesday against Central Connecticut State at 6 p.m.

Statistics:

  • Sacred Heart University women's volleyball team's overall record: 2-7
  • Valparaiso's overall record: 6-3
  • NJIT's overall record: 3-7
  • Sacred Heart UNiversity's kill leader: Ryleigh Short, 28 kills, 2.50 kills per set
  • Sacred Heart University's dig leader: Miliani Villarreal, 19 digs, 2.12 digs per set
  • Sacred Heart University's assist leader: Ava Roodbol, 45 assists, 4.09 assists per set

Sources:

  • Sacred Heart University News Release, "Women's Volleyball Storms to 3-1 Win at Steel Classic"
  • Athletics (Sacred Heart University)