Virginia Union University's
Maria Pena recorded nine kills while the Lady Panthers posted a 25-10, 25-17, 25-21 sweep of Lincoln University of Pennsylvania on Thursday, October 29, at Barco-Stevens Hall in Richmond, Va.
Virginia Union controlled the match from the outset, taking the opening set 25-10 before earning a 25-17 victory in the second set. Lincoln made a stronger push in the third set, but the Lady Panthers closed out the match with a 25-21 win.
Pena led Virginia Union offensively with nine kills.
Alexandra Perot added seven kills, while
Alana Simmons contributed five kills.
Zinnia Pickett directed the Lady Panthers' offense with 16 assists, while Simmons led the defensive effort with 16 digs.
Kennedy Brown added 12 digs, and
Madison Hill recorded four digs, three service aces and a block.
Virginia Union finished with 39 kills and a .193 hitting percentage while collecting 60 defensive digs and 10 service aces.
"This was a great team win tonight," said Virginia Union Head Volleyball Coach Anetra Sims. "The girls played together, stayed disciplined, trusted one another, and most importantly, had fun competing. I am proud of their effort and teamwork!"
Virginia Union will now travel to Petersburg, Va., to face CIAA arch-rival Virginia State University on Monday, November 2.
