
Alabama Volleyball Sweeps Central Arkansas to Cap Perfect Weekend
SAN ANTONIO, Texas – Alabama volleyball capped a successful 3-0 weekend at the Roadrunner Classic by sweeping Central Arkansas on Saturday. The Crimson Tide secured the victory with set scores of 25-22, 25-21, and 32-30, improving their season record to 7-1.
Set-by-Set Breakdown
Set One:
Alabama jumped out to an early lead, but Central Arkansas (1-7) fought back to tie it at 9-9. The teams remained neck-and-neck until the Tide managed to stretch their lead to 19-14 with four unanswered points. Although the Sugar Bears closed the gap to 20-19, Alabama held on to win the set 25-22.
Set Two:
In another closely contested set, Central Arkansas repeatedly drew within one point. However, Alabama maintained composure and a late 4-1 run helped the Tide secure a 25-21 victory, giving them a 2-0 match lead.
Set Three:
The final set was a thrilling battle. After trading points for the first half of the set, Alabama built a cushion and reached match point at 24-18. Central Arkansas showed resilience, tying the set at 24-24 after a six-point run. Both teams had multiple chances to close out the set, but it was Alabama’s Ellery Rees who delivered a decisive service ace, clinching the set 32-30 and completing the sweep.
Looking Ahead
The Crimson Tide returns home next week to host North Alabama on Wednesday. With momentum from their Roadrunner Classic performance, Alabama will aim to continue their winning streak.
Final Thoughts
Alabama’s strong showing at the Roadrunner Classic, highlighted by their sweep of Central Arkansas, underscores the team’s resilience and competitive spirit. The Crimson Tide’s ability to close out tight sets and maintain composure under pressure bodes well for the rest of their season.
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