Franklin Springs, Ga.- The King University Women's Volleyball team put up a strong fight on the road, but came up short against Conference Carolinas powerhouse Emmanuel (GA), dropping a 3-0 decision (22-25, 20-25, 21-25) at Shaw Athletic Center in Franklin Springs, Ga. The Tornado hung tight in every set, showing resilience and grit against one of the league's top teams.
Match Recap:
King played Emmanuel point-for-point throughout the night, with each set featuring several ties and lead changes. The Tornado started fast in the opener before the Lions surged late to take the first set. King kept the pressure on in the second and third sets but Emmanuel's efficient attack and timely defense proved to be the difference.
Tornado Highlights:
- Avery Schwieger led the attack with 8 kills on .250 hitting, while Capri Johnson added 7 kills at a .278 clip.
- Haley Harnichar (5 kills, .417 hitting) and Cameron Martin (6 kills, 2 aces, 9 digs) provided balanced offense and defense.
- Setters Ella Kiser (13 assists) and Amaya Hall (16 assists, 9 digs) spread the ball well.
- The Tornado finished with 34 kills, 49 digs, 12 block assists, and 6 service aces, showing all-around effort across the lineup.
King drops to 10-11 overall and 5-9 in Conference Carolinas play, but the team's competitive play on the road bodes well for the remainder of the season.
Up Next:
The Tornado continue their road trip with a Conference Carolinas matchup at Young Harris on Friday, October 16, at 5:00 PM.
