Photo by Summer Moody
McPherson, Kan. – The Central Christian College volleyball team was back on the hardwood Friday night, hosting the Oklahoma Panhandle State University Aggies at Jerry E. Alexander Arena.
The Tigers dropped a straight sets decision to the aggies, 25-16 25-24, 25-16. The Aggies came into the match 10-5 overall, and 3-3 in Sooner Athletic Conference play. They have had some big wins this season, and the Tigers went swing for swing with them, but just couldn't get over the hump in any of the sets.
Key Statistic
The difference in the match was the hitting efficiency of the two teams. The Tigers hit .071, while the Aggies were much more efficient at .239.
By the Numbers
The Tigers finished with 34 kills on 140 attempts, with 24 errors.
They assisted on 33 of their 34 kills, and recorded 2 service aces.
Defensively, they recorded 65 defensive digs, and at the net, the Tigers notched two blocks.
Tiger Leaders
Kills: Amanda Dotter (10)
Digs: McKenzee Cook (15)
Assists: McKenzee Cook (30)
Aces: Katirya Vergara, McKenzee Cook (1)
Blocks: Ashanti Sampsell, Nadia Brockway, Amanda Dotter (1)
Coach Quote
"Proud of how the team played tonight. Our skill level is on par with the rest of our conference and we are definitely turning heads! I feel like we played a solid match and are headed in a good direction. This group of young ladies are working extremely hard and changing our program for the better." – Coach Rick Hughes
Next Up
The loss drops the Tigers to 6-12 overall, and 1-6 in SAC play. They have a quick turn-a-round, taking the court again on Saturday afternoon, hosting the Wayland Baptist University Pioneers in a 1:00 pm matchup.
