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Jenna Glaudel
Jenna Glaudel
September 19, 2025

Tampa Dominates Valdosta State in Crossover Opener

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TAMPA, Fla. — The University of Tampa swept Valdosta State University 25-17, 25-3, 25-10 on Friday at the Bob Martinez Athletics Center. Tampa's efficient attack was highlighted by a .472 hitting percentage, while its defense recorded 38 digs to maintain control throughout the match. Valdosta State struggled offensively, managing just an .025 hitting percentage and failing to register a service ace.

First Set

  • Tampa took a 5-2 lead early with consecutive kills from Jenna Davis and Connor Rahn, showcasing a strong offensive start.
  • Valdosta narrowed the gap to 7-6 following a series of kills by Ava Young and Sabrina Oncins, keeping the set competitive.
  • Tampa extended their lead to 19-13 on a stretch where the Blazers' Macy Brown committed two attack errors, giving Tampa crucial separation.
  • Rahn's kill from Jenna Glaudel helped secure the set as Tampa closed out 25-17, capitalizing on Valdosta's service errors.

Second Set

  • Tampa initiated the set with a strong 5-1 run, highlighted by kills from Nathaly Perez and Rahn, both assisted by Kayla Dondero.
  • Glaudel's entry was impactful, serving a series of points including two service aces, extending Tampa's lead to 10-2.
  • Following a strategic timeout by Valdosta, Tampa continued to dominate as Mak Carter and Maddie Sofarelli contributed multiple kills, pushing the score to 18-2.
  • Tampa sealed a decisive 25-3 set victory, marked by consistent offensive pressure and capitalizing on multiple Valdosta errors.

Third Set

  • The Spartans continued their dominance, taking the set 25-10.

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