Akron Zips Blank Kent State in 3-0 MAC Opener
Akron swept Kent State in straight sets at the M.A.C. Center. The Golden Flashes face Buffalo on Friday.
Key points
- Akron defeated Kent State 3-0 in the Mid-American Conference volleyball opener.
- Senior Christina Vigil recorded 20 assists and 10 digs for the Golden Flashes.
- Kent State plays Buffalo on Friday at 6 p.m. in their next match.
Akron’s Zips silenced the M.A.C. Center floor. Kent State fell 3-0 in the Mid-American Conference opener on Wednesday evening. The rival match ended decisively before the night could turn.
The scoreboard told a harsh story. Akron took the first two sets, 25-12 and 25-13. The third set tightened, but Akron still closed it out 25-22. Kent State could not find a rhythm against the Zips.
Vigil anchors the back row
Senior Christina Vigil kept the Golden Flashes alive. She recorded 20 assists, her third double-double in a row. Her 10 digs were the team high, a physical wall against Akron’s attacks.
Vigil’s hands moved quickly on the floor. She set the tempo while digging out tough balls. Her effort stood out in a night where the offense stalled.
Hitters struggle to find range
Redshirt junior Adalynn Ginley led the attack. She had six kills and hit .333. Redshirt senior Liliana Mechura added five kills, finishing at .455.
Those numbers were not enough to break Akron’s block. The Zips controlled the net. Kent State’s hitters could not create the separation needed to win points.
Road trip starts Friday
Kent State moves on quickly. The Golden Flashes travel to Buffalo on Friday. The match is scheduled for 6 p.m.
The team seeks a rebound. The M.A.C. Center crowd will wait for the next opportunity. The Golden Flashes must find their edge on the road.
