Spurgeon College women's volleyball team (12-12) concluded their 2024 season in spectacular fashion, defeating Union (NE) (1-16) in a thrilling three-set match (25-20, 25-19, 26-24) at the Mathena Student Center on October 29, 2024. In front of a passionate crowd of 201 fans, the Knights delivered a performance that perfectly encapsulated their season's fighting spirit.
Season Finale Highlights
The Knights gave their home crowd plenty to cheer about in their final appearance:
- First Set (25-20): Set the tone with a .197 hitting percentage
- Second Set (25-19): Maintained momentum with consistent play
- Third Set (26-24): Showed determination in a dramatic finish to close out the season
Final Statistical Performance
In their season finale, the Knights dominated multiple statistical categories:
- Kills: 38 to Union's 19
- Assists: 38 to Union's 17
- Digs: 50 to Union's 43
- Aces: 13 to Union's 10
- Overall Hitting Percentage: .138, showcasing efficient offense
Standout Final Performances
Several Knights shined in their final match of 2024:
- Lizzie Deaton: Led the attack with 11 kills and added 12 digs and a block
- Timry Goodman: Orchestrated the offense with 30 assists while contributing 6 kills
- Janie Wilson: Added 8 kills and 3 aces
- Faith Simmons: Led the defensive effort with 17 digs
- Hailey Campbell: Served exceptionally well with 4 aces
Season-Ending Excellence
The team showed their best form in their final match:
- Maintained positive hitting percentages across all three sets
- Demonstrated excellent ball control with 50 digs
- Showed offensive diversity with three players recording 6 or more kills
- Combined aggressive serving (13 aces) with consistent execution
A Perfect Ending
The victory provided a fitting conclusion to the 2024 season, as the Knights:
- Finished with their best team hitting percentage of the season (.138)
- Displayed excellent team chemistry and communication
- Showed mental toughness in a close third set
- Gave the home crowd an exciting final performance
Season Reflection
This final victory brought the Knights' record to 12-12 for the 2024 season, a testament to their competitiveness and growth throughout the year. The team demonstrated remarkable resilience and improvement, culminating in this impressive final performance.
Fan Appreciation
The Knights were supported by their largest home crowd of the season, with fans creating an electric atmosphere for the finale. The team's performance gave their faithful supporters one last memorable showing to celebrate.
To all the Knights volleyball fans who supported the team throughout 2024: your enthusiasm and dedication helped make this season special. The packed house for the finale demonstrated the strong connection between the team and the Spurgeon College community.
