September 29, 2023
Waxahachie, TX – Friday evening was a night of celebration and triumph as the Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) Lady Lions volleyball team faced off against the Wayland Baptist University (WBU) Pioneers in a highly anticipated Sooner Athletic Conference (SAC) showdown. Prior to the game, the Sheaffer Center witnessed a special ring ceremony, a fitting tribute to the 2022 Lady Lions who had achieved the remarkable feat of clinching the SAC Regular Season and Conference Tournament Championships. Their stellar 2022 33-2 season record also marked a historic moment in the program's history, as they became the first team to advance past the opening round of the NAIA National Tournament.
The atmosphere was electric, with fans and supporters buzzing with excitement. The Wayland squad, however, could not dampen the spirits of the night's celebration. The Lady Lions delivered a spectacular performance, securing victory in three sets with scores of 25-11, 25-11, and 25-20.
Lions Review
The opening set was a display of sheer brilliance from the Lady Lions. The most phenomenal moment came in a sequence of heroic plays that left the crowd in awe. Tessa Glick, with incredible athleticism, executed a diving dig that took her halfway into the crowd, saving a crucial point. Madison Petten followed with a service ace that sent ripples of excitement through the arena. Then, Alexandra Bonnett delivered a thunderous kill, expertly assisted by Cassidy Hargesheimer. The consecutive heroic plays set the Sheaffer Center into a cheering frenzy so loud that it made the game officials' ears pop. The Lady Lions dominated set one, winning convincingly at 25-11.
The Lady Lions continued their dominance in the second set, starting with a jaw-dropping 12-0 scoring run. Taylor Cavozos played a pivotal role in this phase, delivering magical serves that left the Pioneers struggling to find their footing.
In the third and final set, the Lady Lions showcased their versatility with an impressive display of scoring and defensive prowess. Madison Petten and Taylor Cavozos recorded four service aces each, keeping the pressure on Wayland Baptist. Cassidy Hargesheimer led the game with an astounding 24 assists, ensuring smooth and efficient play execution. The SAGU kills leaders were Bailee Alexander (11), Alexandra Bonnett (10), and Karena Tipton (9), each contributing to the team's offensive firepower. Tessa Glick shined with 19 digs, showcasing her exceptional defensive skills.
Next Up
Next up, they will face Oklahoma Panhandle State University on September 30th at 1:00 PM, at the Sheaffer Center, in another exciting SAC match.
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.
