Match Recap
The #14 ranked Cumberlands Patriots (15-0) extended their perfect season with a dominant 3-0 sweep over Midway (25-19, 25-16, 25-12). This victory marked their 10th consecutive sweep and maintained their undefeated record.
Key Match Statistics:
- Patriots hit .325 as a team with 34 kills
- Limited Midway to just .068 hitting percentage
- Forced 15 attacking errors from Midway
- Out-aced Midway 16-6
- Recorded 6 team blocks
Set Breakdown:
- Set 1: Close early before Patriots pulled away behind Sara Zampedri’s strong play (25-19)
- Set 2: Cumberlands jumped out early with a 5-0 serving run led by Savanah Jolly (25-16)
- Set 3: Complete Patriots domination, building a 10-4 lead and never looking back (25-12)
Patriots Nation Player of the Game: Sara Zampedri
Statistics: 10 kills on .625 hitting percentage (10-0-16)
Zampedri was the offensive catalyst for the Patriots, leading the team in kills while posting an exceptional .625 hitting percentage. She was instrumental in the first set comeback, sparking a crucial 6-1 run that gave Cumberlands breathing room. Her consistent attacking throughout all three sets helped the Patriots maintain their offensive efficiency and control the match from start to finish.
Up Next: The Patriots return home Tuesday, September 23rd to host (RV) Lindsey Wilson in what promises to be a marquee matchup between two highly-ranked teams.
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