September 5, 2024
Chickasha, OK – The Nelson University Lady Lions hit the road to kick off their Sooner Athletic Conference campaign in style, sweeping the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma (USAO) Drovers in a thrilling 3-0 victory Thursday night. With a fired-up squad and a determination to start conference play on the right foot, the Lady Lions overcame a tenacious USAO team in front of a crowd of 228 fans at Drover Fieldhouse.
Lady Lions Review
From the first serve, Nelson (5-4, 1-0 SAC) showcased their offensive firepower, winning the first set 25-19. Freshman sensation Caroline Boone spearheaded the attack, delivering 13 kills with a blistering .571 hitting percentage, proving to be a pivotal force throughout the match. The second set followed in similar fashion, as Nelson took a 25-22 win, pushing the Drovers (4-6, 0-1 SAC) to the edge with relentless offense and solid defense. The third set capped off the night with a 25-21 victory, sealing the match with precision and teamwork.
Nelson's offense tallied 52 kills on an impressive .307 hitting percentage, compared to USAO's 31 kills at .202. The Lady Lions dominated the court with their clean passing, and precise assists led by Taylor Cavazos, who notched a game-high 23 assists. Meanwhile, Tessa Glick was a defensive powerhouse, recording 18 digs to anchor the back row.
Despite USAO's commendable effort, including standout performances from Jaliyah Cox and Victoria Southerland, Nelson's relentless attack was simply too much for the Drovers to handle. Boone's 13 kills were supported by Bailee Alexander's 13 kills and 7 digs, while Alexandra Bonnett chipped in with 8 kills to round out a balanced offensive attack.
Coach Hank Moore's Post-Game Thoughts
"First conference win," remarked Coach Hank Moore. "Hats off to USAO, they played well. Our player of the game would be Caroline Boone. As a freshman, she really stepped up and carried us at times. All the stats are in Presto. The numbers look good, but we really had a tough time with this team."
Key Player Stats
Caroline Boone: 13 kills, .571 hitting percentage
Bailee Alexander: 13 kills, 7 digs
Tessa Glick: 18 digs
Taylor Cavazos: 23 assists
Lilly Hanna: 7 kills, .385 hitting percentage
Next Up
The Lady Lions look to continue their momentum as they head to Oklahoma City to face Mid-America Christian University (Okla.) on Friday, September 6, at 7:00 PM.
Nelson University (formerly SAGU) is a private Christian university, established in 1927 by P.C. Nelson. The University is located 30 minutes south of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex in Waxahachie, Texas, and offers more than 70 associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees on campus or online. For more information, visit www.nelson.edu or by calling 1-888-YES-SAGU.
September 5, 2024
Chickasha, OK – The Nelson University Lady Lions hit the road to kick off their Sooner Athletic Conference campaign in style, sweeping the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma (USAO) Drovers in a thrilling 3-0 victory Thursday night. With a fired-up squad and a determination to start conference play on the right foot, the Lady Lions overcame a tenacious USAO team in front of a crowd of 228 fans at Drover Fieldhouse.
Lady Lions Review
From the first serve, Nelson (5-4, 1-0 SAC) showcased their offensive firepower, winning the first set 25-19. Freshman sensation Caroline Boone spearheaded the attack, delivering 13 kills with a blistering .571 hitting percentage, proving to be a pivotal force throughout the match. The second set followed in similar fashion, as Nelson took a 25-22 win, pushing the Drovers (4-6, 0-1 SAC) to the edge with relentless offense and solid defense. The third set capped off the night with a 25-21 victory, sealing the match with precision and teamwork.
Nelson's offense tallied 52 kills on an impressive .307 hitting percentage, compared to USAO's 31 kills at .202. The Lady Lions dominated the court with their clean passing, and precise assists led by Taylor Cavazos, who notched a game-high 23 assists. Meanwhile, Tessa Glick was a defensive powerhouse, recording 18 digs to anchor the back row.
Despite USAO's commendable effort, including standout performances from Jaliyah Cox and Victoria Southerland, Nelson's relentless attack was simply too much for the Drovers to handle. Boone's 13 kills were supported by Bailee Alexander's 13 kills and 7 digs, while Alexandra Bonnett chipped in with 8 kills to round out a balanced offensive attack.
Coach Hank Moore's Post-Game Thoughts
"First conference win," remarked Coach Hank Moore. "Hats off to USAO, they played well. Our player of the game would be Caroline Boone. As a freshman, she really stepped up and carried us at times. All the stats are in Presto. The numbers look good, but we really had a tough time with this team."
Key Player Stats
Caroline Boone: 13 kills, .571 hitting percentage
Bailee Alexander: 13 kills, 7 digs
Tessa Glick: 18 digs
Taylor Cavazos: 23 assists
Lilly Hanna: 7 kills, .385 hitting percentage
Next Up
The Lady Lions look to continue their momentum as they head to Oklahoma City to face Mid-America Christian University (Okla.) on Friday, September 6, at 7:00 PM.
Nelson University (formerly SAGU) is a private Christian university, established in 1927 by P.C. Nelson. The University is located 30 minutes south of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex in Waxahachie, Texas, and offers more than 70 associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees on campus or online. For more information, visit www.nelson.edu or by calling 1-888-YES-SAGU.
