TEMPLE TERRACE, Fla. – The United States Sports University volleyball team dropped at 3-0 decision at Florida College on Thursday, falling 25-19, 25-8 and 25-15 in the program's first Continental Athletic Conference match.
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How it Happened
The Eagles (3-16, 0-1 CAC) battled in the opening set, staying within reach before Florida College (19-6, 7-0 CAC) pulled away late to take the set, 25-19.
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USSU struggled to find its rhythm in the second, as the Falcons took a 25-8 win.
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The Eagles responded with a stronger start in the third set but were unable to overcome Florida College's attack. The Falcons closed out the match, 25-15, to secure the sweep.
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Match Notes
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Anais Gonzalez led the Eagles with eight digs and recorded an ace.
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Jeya Dupris led USSU with 11 assists.
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Vera Burns contributed two blocks, while Dupris added one.
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Up Next
USSU heads to Trinity College of Florida for a pair of matches, opening Friday at 6 p.m. ET before returning to the court Saturday at 11 a.m. ET.
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