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Fayetteville State Ready to Serve Up Against Claflin in Volleyball Showdown

Fayetteville, N.C.- The Fayetteville State volleyball team (9-2, 5-2 CIAA) will take on the Claflin Panthers on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at 6 PM in the Felton J. Capel Arena.
 
Event Information 
Opponent: Clafin (1-8, 1-5 CIAA)
Date/Time: Thursday, October 10th | 6:00 p.m.
Location: Fayetteville, NC (Felton J. Capel Arena)
Media: Watch/Live Stats

Bronco Facts
  • Predicted to finish second overall in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association
  • Chynna Hunt is the 8th Head Coach in program history
  • Jasmine Culp is ranked #1 in DII National Rankings and the CIAA for aces per set
  • Chiara Vittoni is ranked #8 in DII National Rankings and #1 in the CIAA for having triple-doubles for match stats.
 
FSU Players ranked in the Conference
Fayetteville State's players are making waves in the conference with their impressive stats. Amihan Johnson stands out with a .258 hitting percentage and an average of 0.85 blocks per set, ranking her among the top in these categories. Chiara Vittoni is another key player, showcasing her skills with 2.74 kills per set and 0.51 service aces per set. Jasmine Culp leads in service aces, boasting an impressive 0.77 aces per set, and she also excels in digs with an average of 4.14 per set. These stats highlight Fayetteville State's balanced performance both offensively and defensively in the conference.
 
FSU vs CU Pre-game Comparison
Fayetteville State stands out with a robust statistical presence across various categories. Amihan Johnson holds a .258 hitting percentage and averages 0.85 blocks per set. Chiara Vittoni contributes with 2.74 kills per set and 0.51 service aces per set. Jasmine Culp excels with 0.77 service aces and 4.14 digs per set. In comparison, Claflin's MeAuhre Lewis leads in digs with 4.41 per set.  Overall, Fayetteville State displays a well-rounded team performance, combining strong offensive and defensive skills.
 
Scouting Claflin University
Claflin's volleyball team boasts some standout players who shine both offensively and defensively. On the offensive end, Keymara Coleman leads with 1.47 kills per set and a total of 54.5 points. Taylin Johnson follows closely with 1.76 kills per set and a hitting percentage of .150. Defensively, MeAuhre Lewis is the cornerstone with an impressive 4.23 digs per set and a total of 131 digs, making her indispensable in Claflin's backcourt. Jada Buckhanon also contributes significantly with 2.26 digs per set and participates actively in blocking with 2 total blocks. This combination of strong offense and solid defense underscores the team's competitive edge.
 
Up Next
The Broncos will host Shaw University on Thursday, October 17th. The game will begin at 6:00 PM in Capel Arena.
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Players Mentioned

Chiara Vittoni

#1 Chiara Vittoni

RS
5' 10"
Junior
January 15th
Jasmine Culp

#3 Jasmine Culp

L
5' 3"
Junior
February 5th
Amihan Johnson

#10 Amihan Johnson

MB
5' 10"
Junior
July 13th

Players Mentioned

Chiara Vittoni

#1 Chiara Vittoni

5' 10"
Junior
January 15th
RS
Jasmine Culp

#3 Jasmine Culp

5' 3"
Junior
February 5th
L
Amihan Johnson

#10 Amihan Johnson

5' 10"
Junior
July 13th
MB