FAYETTEVILLE, NC --The Fayetteville State volleyball team earned a three-set sweep (25-16, 25-18, 25-20) over the Knights of Saint Andrews, Wednesday at home, at Felton J Capel Arena.
The non-conference victory improved Fayetteville State's overall record to 1-4 on the season.
Bailey Robinson finished with 16 kills on the day to lead the Broncos attack while finishing with a hitting percentage of .344. Defensively, FSU had three players reach double figures in digs, including Aeyane Mattress' 19, 12 from Jaida Bynum, and 12 more from Casandra Watson. From the front row, Elana Fuller contributed five blocks.
During the post game interview, Bailey Robinson expressed that it felt good playing in the Capel and seeing all the support from the campus.
"I really enjoyed being in the Capel and being able to see all the support and love from the people on campus", said Bailey.
Coach Reeshemah Johnson said that the chemistry on the team has improved since the start of the season.
"I can see the chemistry is growing and even just playing with each other on the court, it's getting better", said Coach Johnson.
Game Notes
» Fayetteville State had three players in double figures in digs.
» Jaida Bynum had a match-high two aces in the win.
» Bailey Robinson had a match-high 16 kills for Fayetteville State.
» Fayetteville State got a match-high 19 digs from Aeyane Mattress.
» Fayetteville State attackers were helped by a match-high 20 assists from Jaida Bynum.
How It Happened
SET 1 | The Broncos cruised to an early lead, easily winning the first set 25-16. Fayetteville State never trailed by more than five points and grabbed the advantage for good at 13-12 in a set that featured seven ties and five lead changes. got a solid defensive performance from a front row that blocked four attacks in the stanza.
SET 2 | Fayetteville State took set two 25-18 to swiftly jump to a 2-0 lead. The Broncos took control of the set lead early on at 2-1 and never looked back. Fayetteville State led by as many as eight points at 24-16 before closing out the set. Fayetteville State's front row had a solid defensive performance, blocking four attacks in the stanza.
SET 3 | Fayetteville State finished off the match in a 3-0 sweep after grabbing set three. The Broncos the set set three 25-20. Fayetteville State took the lead for good at 19-18 in a set that showcased three lead changes before the Broncos took over in the second half of the stanza. The Broncos racked up 17 kills over the course of the set.
What's Next
Fayetteville State will play in the FMU Invitational against Young Harris in Florence, S.C. on Friday, September 9 at 3 pm.
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Gallery: (8-31-2022) FSU Volleyball vs. St. Andrews
