Salkehatchie Volleyball Sweeps Paine College 3-0

The Salkehatchie volleyball team secured a decisive 3-0 victory against Paine College on Tuesday. The Indians dominated the match with a final score of 3-0, showcasing a powerful offense and resilient defense.

A key factor in the team's success was their aggressive serving, earning a total of 17 aces throughout the three sets. The Salkehatchie attack was led by Martina Sommaruga and Madison Ayuso, who each recorded 7 kills while both hitting above the 400th percentile.

The precision was not limited to the front row, as setter Cheyenne Hammock and Sommaruga led the defense with average passing ratings of 4.0 and 3.6, respectively. Middle Madi Tauber was a standout at the service line, contributing 5 aces with zero errors.

The victory came despite a challenging start. "Our starting outside hitter Eboni Thomas went down with a foot injury during warmups," said Coach Dani Aquino. "I had to scramble to change the lineup and find a way to ensure we not only competed, but won. We had some scary moments in the second set where there was confusion in defense, but we rallied and pulled out a win not only in that set, but all three. I'm very proud of how my girls stepped up."

Salkehatchie’s collective effort and ability to overcome adversity were evident in their comeback and solid performance. With a focus on teamwork and adaptability, the team is set to build on this momentum as the season progresses.

Next Game

The Salkehatchie volleyball team will be back in action on Thursday, August 28, at 6 p.m. for a home game against Columbia International. Follow USC Volleyball at uscsalkathletics.com or on social media @uscsalkathletics.