The Terrapin volleyball team won it’s season opener against Stony Brook last night 3-2.
The Terps were led by sophomore outside hitter Maddi Lee, who had 24 kills and a .449 hitting percentage, both career highs. Her kills helped the team gain momentum at crucial points in the match, including her six that came in the second game helping the Terps win 25-21.
The team also had significant contributions from the freshman class. Kara Bates had 20 kills, 10 digs and a .385 hitting percentage. Taylor Jones accounted for 54 assists and 4 blocks, while Sam Rosario had 19 digs, a team high.
Overall, the match was a back and foth affair that finished with an exciting fifth set where the Terps prevailed 15-9. The match ended on a Stony Brook attack error made by Jeanette Gibbs.
The Terps play again today against Youngstown State at 1 and Villanova at 7.
Look for a more detailed report of all this weekend’s action plus a season preview for volleyball in Monday’s edition of the Diamondback.
Jakob Engelke is the Diamondback’s Terrapin Volleball Beat Writer. He can be reached at engelkedbk@gmail.com