Shorter University Athletics

ROME, Ga.- The Shorter Volleyball team delivered a dominant performance on Senior Day, cruising to a straight-sets victory (25-13, 25-16, 25-14) over Erskine on Saturday afternoon at the Winthrop-King Centre. The win improves the Hawks to 13-16 overall and 10-9 in conference play.
 
 
The Hawks jumped out to an early 7-3 lead in the opening set and continued to build on their advantage as the frame progressed. Taylor-Reese Howell led the charge offensively, recording eight kills in the first set alone to help Shorter pull away for a convincing 25-13 victory.
 
 
Both teams battled early in the second set before the Hawks used a 6-0 run to create separation. Howell continued to lead the way offensively, as Shorter maintained control throughout the frame. Another late run helped the Hawks secure a 25-16 set victory and take a commanding 2-0 lead in the match.
 
 
Shorter's dominance carried into the third set, as the Hawks never trailed in the final frame. The offense continued to fire on all cylinders, using another impressive run to put the match out of reach. Shorter closed out the afternoon with a 25-14 victory to complete the sweep and celebrate Senior Day in convincing fashion.
 
 
Howell led the Hawks with 19 kills, 20.5 points and six digs, while Lana Maluda added eight kills and eight digs. Reaghan Whitlock and Mia Beigh Alexander each recorded 10 digs to anchor Shorter's defense, while Helena Kelley facilitated the offense with 20 assists and eight digs.
 
 
As a team, Shorter dominated offensively, recording 64 points compared to Erskine's 23. The Hawks also held a commanding 51-20 advantage in kills while posting an impressive .436 hitting percentage to cap off the afternoon.
 
 
UP NEXT
The Hawks will have an opportunity to claim a share of the Southwest Division title on Tuesday when they travel to face Southern Wesleyan in their regular-season finale. First serve is scheduled for 6 p.m.
 

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