Fayetteville, N.C.- The Fayetteville State volleyball team (4-0, 0-0 CIAA) will open the 2024 conference season at Winston-Salem State on Wednesday, September 18^th at 6 PM in the Gaines Center.
 
Event Information 
Opponent: Winston-Salem State (1-4, 0-0 CIAA)
Date/Time: Wednesday, September 18th | 6:00 PM
Location: Winston-Salem, NC (C. E. Gaines Center)
Media: Watch/Live Stats
  
Bronco Facts

• Predicted to finish second overall in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association
• Starting the season 4-0 after winning all matches at the Lane College Dragon Tournament, September 6-7
• Led by Chiara Vittoni, the Food Lion Offensive Player of the Week for Week #1

 
FSU Players ranked in the Conference
Fayetteville State volleyball players are excelling in the conference, demonstrating their skills in various statistical categories. Amihan Johnson has a hitting percentage of .375, ranking fourth among conference players, while Chiara Vittoni follows closely with a .309 hitting percentage, placing her ninth. Chayse Daniels is fourth in assists with an average of 5.08 assists per set. On the defensive end, Christina Pratcher ranks tenth in blocks per set with an average of 0.82. Chiara Vittoni also stands out in kills, ranking fourth with an average of 3.15 kills per set. Jasmine Culp leads the conference in service aces, averaging an impressive 1.36 aces per set, and she is also third in digs per set with an average of 3.91. These impressive performances highlight FSU's strong presence and competitive edge in the conference.

FSU vs WSSU Pre-game Comparison
FSU, with a 4-0 record, shows a stronger offensive and defensive game. They have a higher attack percentage (.196 vs. .073) and more kills per set (11.7 vs. 9.2) than WSSU. The Broncos also excel in serving, with more aces per set (2.8 vs. 1.6) and fewer reception errors per set (1.5 vs. 1.8). Defensively, FSU has fewer errors and more blocks per set (1.7 vs. 1.5). On the other hand, WSSU, with a 1-4 record, has more digs per set (16.5 vs. 15.2) but struggles with a higher number of errors in both attack and blocking.

Scouting Winston-Salem State University
WSSU's volleyball team has several standout players leading the charge this season. Malani Martin is a key offensive player, leading the team with 51.5 points and 45 kills, averaging 2.65 kills per set. Janai Tillman also makes a significant impact with 35 points and 30 kills, maintaining a solid .144 hitting percentage. Zoe Chesson contributes with 39 points and 28 kills, boasting the highest hitting percentage on the team at .225. On the defensive side, Jewel Pitt leads with 54 digs, averaging 3.38 digs per set, while Malani Martin also excels defensively with 52 digs. Kamiyah Wilson stands out in blocking, with 8 total blocks, including 5 solo blocks. These players' combined efforts are crucial to WSSU's performance on the court.

Up Next
The Broncos will continue their road trip to Raleigh, NC on September 19^th, to face the Shaw University Bears. The game, which is free to the public, will start at 6:00 PM in C.C. Spaulding Gymnasium.