Action Play
3
Winner Northwestern Ohio NW 1-0
0
Central St. (OH) CentSt 0-4,0-0 SIAC
Winner
Northwestern Ohio NW
1-0
3
Final
0
Central St. (OH) CentSt
0-4,0-0 SIAC
Set Scores
Team 1 2 3 F
Northwestern Ohio NW 25 25 25 (3)
Central St. (OH) CentSt 12 11 18 (0)

Game Recap: Women's Volleyball |

UNOH tops Marauders 3-0

Wilberforce, OH: 

Match Recap: Northwestern Ohio vs. Central State (OH) - September 11, 2024

In a dominating performance, Northwestern Ohio (8-8) swept Central State (OH) (0-4) in three straight sets at Beacom/Lewis Gym in Wilberforce, OH. The final scores were 25-12, 25-11, and 25-18.

Northwestern Ohio showcased a well-rounded game, leading the attack with impressive hitting percentages across all three sets. They finished the match with a .304 hitting percentage, significantly outpacing Central State, which struggled with a -.034 hitting percentage. The team's ability to capitalize on Central State's errors was evident as they recorded 37 kills against Central State's 19, while also dominating in blocks and defensive plays.

Top Performers for Northwestern Ohio:

  • Gianna San Filippo led the charge with 9 kills and 4 service aces, contributing 16.5 points in total. Her consistent performance and powerful serves kept Central State on the defensive.
  • Taylor Reust added 6 kills with a stellar .625 hitting percentage, making significant contributions to both the offensive and defensive sides.
  • Savanna Reed and Hannah Colquitt also made key impacts, recording 5 kills each and showcasing solid defensive efforts.

Central State (OH) Struggles:

  • Central State's offense was plagued by errors, with only 19 kills and a hitting percentage of -.034. Their attempts to rally fell short as they were unable to effectively respond to Northwestern Ohio's aggressive play.
  • Zahra Coates was the leading attacker for Central State with 6 kills but hit below her season average with a .118 hitting percentage.

The match saw Northwestern Ohio lead from start to finish, with Central State unable to mount any significant comeback. Northwestern Ohio's strong serving and effective blocking (10 total blocks) were crucial in their decisive victory. The win puts Northwestern Ohio overall record at 8-8 for the season, while Central State remains winless at 0-4.

This performance sets a high bar for Northwestern Ohio as they look to continue their momentum in the upcoming matches.

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