Big Blue Volleyball Sweeps Claflin on the Road

Improves record to 14-15 on the year, and 9-11 in conference play

By Ashley Rasnake, BSU Sports

ORANGEBURG, SC. – Bluefield State University volleyball swept Claflin on the road on Thursday, 25-21, 25-17, 25-23. The Big Blue improve to 14-15 on the year and 9-11 in conference play.

The Big Blue battled through a competitive opening set before taking the 25-21 victory to grab the early momentum. The Big Blue followed with a strong 25-17 win in the second, then completed the sweep by holding off the Panthers in a tight third set 25-23.

Soniya Garner led the Big Blue attack with 10 kills, 15 digs, and four service aces. Kandace Griffin added 10 kills while Jada Burns added seven with Nylah Charles contributing five kills and two ace serves. Tessa Heffner directed the offense with 24 assists and 10 digs while Mekenna Scott added 15 assists. Kaileigh Solis anchored the back row with a game high 18 digs and Alexia Cunningham finished with five blocks.

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Final: Bluefield State 3, Claflin 0 (25-21, 25-17, 25-23)

Up Next: Bluefield State vs. Fayetteville State, Monday, November 2nd at 6 pm – Code Blue

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