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Temple University
12-9,4-5American
Charlotte
4-16,1-8American
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | Final F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple | 17 | 25 | 19 | 25 | 15 | 3 |
| Charlotte | 25 | 16 | 25 | 20 | 12 | 2 |
10.23.26 | Women's Volleyball
CHARLOTTE, NC - Temple women's volleyball(12-9) battled its way to a thrilling five-set victory over Charlotte(4-16) on Friday afternoon at Halton Arena, defeating the 49ers 3-2 (17-25, 25-16, 19-25, 25-20, 15-12). The Owls displayed resilience throughout the match, overcoming two set deficits to secure their fourth conference victory of the season. Christiana Greene led Temple's offensive attack with a match-high 21 kills and a .410 hitting percentage, while Olivia Hummel contributed 15 kills and 16 digs. Kennedy Crayton added 12 kills and 11 digs, while Lexi Yoza directed the offense with 42 assists. With the victory, Temple improves to 12-9 overall and 4-5 in conference play, showcasing its determination in a hard-fought road win.
Set:1 (Temple 17 - Charlotte 25)
- Temple opened the match with a kill from Kennedy Crayton, setting the tone for an aggressive offensive approach.
- Christiana Greene provided a strong presence at the net, recording six kills on a .455 hitting percentage to keep the Owls in the match.
- Despite Charlotte building an early advantage, Temple continued to battle, using consecutive kills from Greene to cut the deficit to 21-17 late in the set.
- The 49ers ultimately secured the opening frame 25-17.
Set:2 (Temple 25 - Charlotte 16)
- The Owls responded emphatically in the second set, taking control early and maintaining their advantage throughout the set leading 7-4.
- Temple's offense operated at an impressive .565 hitting percentage, recording 14 kills with just one attacking error behind 13 assists from Lexi Yoza.
- Greene and Crayton each contributed four kills, while Khenedi Guest added three as the Owls extended their lead to 18-11.
- Temple closed out the set with a commanding 25-16 victory, evening the match at one set apiece.
Set:3 (Temple 19 - Charlotte 25)
- Temple continued to compete in a tightly contested third set, exchanging points with Charlotte through the early stages.
- Greene remained a reliable offensive option, registering six kills, while Hummel and Guest each added two to keep the Owls within striking distance.
- Trailing 21-15, Temple showed its determination with a late push highlighted by a service ace from Daniella Gonzalez-Murati and a kill from Ope Aladetimi.
- In the end, Charlotte claimed the set 25-19.
Set:4 (Temple 25 - Charlotte 20)
- With the match on the line, Temple delivered an impressive fourth-set performance, combining timely offensive execution with strong defensive pressure.
- Trailing 7-5 early, the Owls responded with a five-point surge highlighted by kills from Guest, Hummel, and Aladetimi, along with a service ace from Crayton.
- Temple continued to build momentum behind Hummel's five kills and contributions from Crayton and Greene, extending its advantage to 23-17 late in the set.
- Greene delivered the set-winning kill to secure a 25-20 victory, forcing a fifth set and giving the Owls an opportunity to complete the comeback.
Set:5 (Temple 15 - Charlotte 12)
- Temple entered the final set determined to finish its comeback, battling through 10 ties and five lead changes in a tightly contested match.
- After trailing 9-8, the Owls regained their composure and fought back behind timely kills from Hummel and Aladetimi to keep the score close.
- With the score tied at 12-12, Temple seized control by capitalizing on a Charlotte attacking error before Crayton delivered a crucial kill to bring the Owls to match point.
- Guest sealed the victory with the final kill, completing a dramatic 15-12 fifth-set win and securing a hard-earned conference road victory for Temple.
Up Next
The Owls return home to face UTSA in McGonigle Hall, Sunday October 25th at noon.
