Game Recap: MSU WP vs Mineral Area
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | T | |
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Missouri State University - West Plains | 25 | 14 | 18 | 25 | 15 | 3 |
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Mineral Area College | 20 | 25 | 25 | 22 | 8 | 2 |
In a thrilling volleyball match, Missouri State University - West Plains emerged victorious over Mineral Area College with a final score of 3-2. The match took place at Mineral Area College on October 18, 2023, at 5:30 PM.
The match was closely contested, with both teams displaying their skills and determination. Missouri State University - West Plains took an early lead by winning the first set with a score of 25-20. However, Mineral Area College fought back strongly, winning the second and third sets with scores of 25-14 and 25-18, respectively.
Not willing to give up, Missouri State University - West Plains bounced back in the fourth set, winning it convincingly with a score of 25-22. The match came down to the fifth and final set, where Missouri State University - West Plains showed their resilience and composure, winning it with a score of 15-8.
Both teams had their fair share of standout performers. For Missouri State University - West Plains, Rosa Brenčič was the star player, recording an impressive 23 kills out of 62 attempts. She also contributed with 2 aces and 19 digs, making a significant impact on the match. Gibson Beckler also had a strong performance, registering 15 kills and 4 digs.
On the other side, Mariana de Carvalho stood out for Mineral Area College, recording 15 kills and 21 digs. Vitoria Campos Mello and Payton Roberts also made notable contributions with 7 kills each.
The match was closely contested in terms of attack percentage, with Missouri State University - West Plains recording a percentage of .166, while Mineral Area College had a slightly lower percentage of .151. Both teams displayed their defensive prowess, with Missouri State University - West Plains recording 71 digs and Mineral Area College recording 97 digs.
Overall, the match was a thrilling display of skill, determination, and resilience from both teams. Missouri State University - West Plains showcased their ability to bounce back from setbacks and secure a hard-fought victory. Mineral Area College fought valiantly but fell short in the decisive moments of the match.