No. 8 Spartans Sail Past the Tars

Winter Park, FL. – The Spartans are winners of four straight after defeating Rollins in three sets.

Final Score: Tampa 3 (1: 25-15, 2: 25-20, 3: 25-20), Rollins 0

Records: Tampa (16-2, 8-2 SSC), Rollins (12-12, 3-10 SSC)

Location: Warden Center | Winter Park, FL.

HOW IT HAPPENED: 

First Set: UT opened the set with confidence, consistently outplaying Rollins with strong kills from Rachel Gregg, Nathaly Perez, and Connor Rahn. Effective setting by Zoey Seput and key blocks, particularly by Gregg and Seput, kept Rollins playing defensively and forcing errors. UT capitalized on Rollins' errors and maintained control through service aces and sharp attacks, widening their lead after each point. The set concluded with dominant plays by Gregg and Perez. | Score: 25-15 Tampa

Second Set: UT began the set with strong serving, quickly building momentum and maintaining the lead through precise kills by Rahn and Gregg. Despite a mid-set surge by Rollins, UT's effective blocking and timely kills, particularly from Jenna Davis and Perez helped them regain control. The Spartans capitalized on Rollins' service errors and defensive lapses, pulling away with a well-timed service ace by Hayley Dillon and a consistent setting from Seput. | Score 25-20 Tampa

Third Set: UT showcased strong serving and efficient teamwork in the third set, with standout performances from Perez and Davis contributing crucial points. Despite a brief comeback attempt from Rollins, UT's solid blocking and strategic plays, particularly from Seput and Mak Carter helped maintain their lead. Key service aces by Kalli Cors and well-coordinated kills by Rahn secured UT's advantage. | Score: 25-20 Tampa

INSIDE THE STATS:

• Rahn led the Spartans with 11 kills.
• Ramirez led the match with 11 digs.
• Seput recorded 30 assists to go along with 9 digs.