No. 13 Spartans Clinch a Spot in Regional Final After Defeating Barry

Boca Raton, FL. – The Spartans head to the NCAA South Regional Championship after defeating Barry in four sets.

Final Score: Tampa 3 (1: 25-19, 2: 23-25, 3: 25-17, 4: 27-25), Barry 1

Records: Tampa (26-4, 16-4 SSC), Barry (24-5, 16-4 SSC)

Location: de Hoernle Sports Center | Boca Raton, FL.

HOW IT HAPPENED: 

First Set: UTampa demonstrated resilience and teamwork to secure momentum during this volleyball set. Strong offensive contributions from Nathaly Perez and Connor Rahn kept UTampa competitive, with Zoey Seput excelling in assists and serving, delivering multiple aces to stretch the lead. A crucial timeout turned the tide in favor of UTampa, allowing them to regroup and capitalize on Barry's errors. UTampa maintained composure under pressure, ending the set with a commanding defensive block by Rachel Gregg. | Score: 25-20 Tampa

Second Set: UTampa showcased determination and grit. Strong performances by Perez and Rahn kept UTampa competitive, with crucial kills supported by excellent setups from Seput. The Spartans capitalized on Barry's errors and strategic timeouts, maintaining focus to close the gap late in the set. | Score 25-23 Barry

Third Set: UTampa dominated the third set, showcasing a powerful combination of offense and defense. Key players like Kalli Cors and Perez delivered consistent kills and service aces, while Mak Carter excelled at the net with critical blocks. UTampa capitalized on Barry's errors, maintaining control of the momentum throughout the set and extending their lead with strong serving from Seput and Hayley Dillon. With a decisive service ace to clinch the final point. | Score: 25-17 Tampa

Fourth Set: UTampa displayed remarkable determination and teamwork in a closely contested fourth set, ultimately triumphing 26-24. Perez and Rahn led the offensive charge with powerful kills, while Seput's precise setups and crucial service aces kept UTampa in the game. The Spartans capitalized on Barry's errors in key moments, with Carter and Cors delivering a pivotal block to secure the win. | Score: 27-25 Tampa

INSIDE THE STATS:

• Perez had 18 kills, Rahn had 15 kills, and Cors had 12 kills.
• Seput had 14 digs, Ramirez had 12 digs, and Cors had 10 digs.
• Seput led the match with 47 assists.