SWATHMORE, PA - The University of Scranton women's volleyball team earned its seventh straight win with a convincing 3-0 victory over Suffolk University on Friday evening at Tarble Pavilion in non-conference action.
The Basics
- Final Score: Scranton 3, Suffolk 0
- Records: Scranton (9-4), Suffolk (6-8, 1-0 CNE)
How it Happened
- Scranton came out strong in the first set, posting a .314 hitting percentage and dominating Suffolk 25-10. Deanna Whelpley led the Royals with 14 kills, while Maddie Forry contributed 24 digs to keep Scranton in control of rallies.
- The Royals maintained momentum in the second set, winning 25-20 behind Whelpley's continued offensive presence and Lexi Brown's three aces, which disrupted Suffolk's serve-receive. Cammi Quirk added three kills and 16 assists, facilitating a balanced attack.
- Scranton closed out the match in the third set with a 25-18 win. Whelpley finished with a match-high 14 kills, supported by Adria Vargas (4 kills, 18 digs) and Ally Edgington (3 kills, 2 blocks). The Royals hit .172 as a team and combined strong defense and serving to limit Suffolk's opportunities.
Top Performers
Inside the Box Score
- Scranton out-hit Suffolk .172 to -.025 and outscored them 48-28 in points.
- The Royals led in service aces (10-3) and digs (70-73), showing strong all-around play at the net and in the back row.
Up Next
- The University of Scranton women's volleyball team will remain at Swarthmore, PA on Saturday for a pair of matches. The Royals face Stockton University at 12:30 PM, followed by Swarthmore College at 5:30 PM, both at Tarble Pavilion.
