September 2, 2023
Waxahachie, TX - The No. 24 Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Lady Lions volleyball team hosted Langston Saturday afternoon in the Sheaffer Center for a Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) showdown that had fans on the edge of their seats. The Sheaffer Center was buzzing with excitement as both teams battled it out on the court, but the Lady Lions emerged victorious in dominant fashion to extend their home winning streak.
Set 1: A Strong Start
The Lady Lions wasted no time asserting their dominance in the first set. Their precision passing and powerful attacks left Langston struggling to keep up. Emma Tompkins' powerful kills forced LU to use early timeouts, but SAGU took an early lead and never looked back, securing the first set with a comfortable margin. The crowd roared with approval as the Lady Lions claimed a 25-7 victory in the opening set. Mackenzie Smith led SAGU in kills after one set.
Set 2: A Fierce Battle
Langston entered the second set with renewed determination, giving the Lady Lions a run for their money. Both teams displayed exceptional defensive skills, with impressive digs and blocks on both sides of the net. The crowd was treated to some incredible rallies, showcasing the athleticism and talent of both teams. However, the Lady Lions managed to maintain their composure and pulled away to take the second set 25-11, putting them in a commanding 2-0 lead.
Set 3: A Convincing Finish
With a two-set advantage, the Lady Lions were determined to close out the match in style. Set three saw SAGU continue to dominate, with their offense firing on all cylinders. The Lady Lions displayed a variety of offensive strategies, mixing powerful spikes with well-placed tips and dumps, keeping Langston's defense on its toes. The final set ended in favor of the Lady Lions with a score of 25-18, sealing a convincing 3-0 victory.
Standout Performances
Several Lady Lions players delivered outstanding performances during this SAC showdown. The team's setter, Riley Burcham, orchestrated the offense masterfully, distributing the ball effectively to their hitters. The middle blockers Emma Tompkins and Esther Holtzclaw were instrumental in shutting down Langston's attacks, and the outside hitters Abby Wells and Mackenzie Smith displayed tremendous power and accuracy.
The Next Step
With this impressive win, the No. 24 SAGU Lady Lions have set the tone for an exciting season in the Sooner Athletic Conference. As they continue building on their success, fans eagerly anticipate more thrilling matches and achievements in the coming weeks. The Lady Lions will be back in action soon, and their next opponent, Mid-America Christian University, better be prepared for a fierce battle on the court on Friday, September 8th.
As a leading Christian university, SAGU educates and prepares individuals who want to serve Christ and others. SAGU helps students discover and develop their God-given callings in a Spirit-empowered, learning community. We believe in affordable tuition, made possible in part through the financial support of donors who embrace the mission of SAGU and the importance of affordable, accredited programs to train Christians for leadership in ministry, business, education, and service. Most majors are available in-person in Waxahachie, TX, and online through a wide range of associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.
