Charleston, W.Va. – The University of Charleston got the better of West Virginia Wesleyan in four sets on Tuesday night, marking their second victory over the Bobcats this season.
The Basics:
Location: Wehrle Innovation Center
Score: Charleston 3, WV Wesleyan 1
Records: UC (15-10, 7-4 MEC), WVWC (8-16, 4-7 MEC)
How It Happened:
After taking an early lead in set one, Charleston never gave control back to WVWC. A service ace from Piper Harlan put UC up 21-13 and a kill from Jasmine Broberg would end the set 25-19. West Virginia Wesleyan responded quickly in set two. A late 5-0 run from the Bobcats was enough to carry them to a win of the second set by a score of 25-18. WVWC carried their momentum into the third set, establishing an early 12-6 lead. However, the Golden Eagles chipped away at that lead, and following a late run, UC would take set three 25-23. Charleston carried that energy into the fourth set, where they hit .294 as a team. After a 5-0 run immediately followed by a 6-0 run, UC would find themselves sitting at set point. A kill from Jasmine Broberg ended would end set four by a score of 25-11.
Jasmine Broberg and Patrycja Majos led the way offensively for the Golden Eagles with 11 and 10 kills, respectively. On the defensive end, Charleston had a hardy effort from Kate Strong with 5 blocks and Sahana Rajesh with 30 digs.
Up Next:
The Golden Eagles will play again at home as they take on the Cardinals of Wheeling University for a primetime MEC matchup on Friday, October 23rd at 7:00 pm.
