Temple University Athletics
Temple University
15-9,7-5American
Tulane
17-5,9-3American
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Final F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tulane | 22 | 24 | 25 | 20 | 1 |
| Temple | 25 | 26 | 20 | 25 | 3 |
11.1.26 | Women's Volleyball
PHILADELPHIA – Temple volleyball(15-9) delivered an impressive performance Sunday afternoon, defeating Tulane(17-5) 3-1 (25-22, 26-24, 20-25, 25-20) at McGonigle Hall. The Owls showcased their resilience and defensive strength, recording 15 total team blocks to secure a key conference victory. Christiana Greene led Temple's offensive attack with 17 kills, while Kennedy Crayton contributed eight kills and a team-high 15 digs. Lexi Yoza directed the offense with 32 assists and two service aces, while Sarah Quarells added five kills and three solo blocks. With the victory, Temple improved to 15-9 overall and 7-5 in conference play, highlighting the team's continued determination and competitive spirit. Lexi Yoza made history today as she entered the top 10 all time assists for the program with 2557.
Set:1 Temple 25, Tulane 22
- Temple opened the match with energy, jumping out to an early 8-3 advantage behind strong offensive contributions from Greene and Jaya Moore.
- Tulane battled back to even the score multiple times, but the Owls remained composed and responded with timely kills and defensive stops.
- Greene helped Temple regain momentum late in the set, contributing a service ace and a key kill as the Owls established a 23-21 lead.
- Makayla Batten and Moore delivered the final two kills for Temple, securing a 25-22 opening-set victory.
Set:2 Temple 26, Tulane 24
- The Owls demonstrated remarkable resilience in the second set, overcoming a late deficit to earn a thrilling comeback victory.
- After trailing 23-17, Temple rallied behind strong defensive play and crucial contributions from Greene, Crayton, and Olivia Hummel.
- Crayton helped spark the comeback from the service line, while Hummel delivered a critical kill to tie the score at 24-24.
- Temple completed the comeback with consecutive points, including a set-ending block by Yoza, to claim a 26-24 victory and take a commanding 2-0 match lead.
Set:3 Tulane 25, Temple 20
- Temple continued to battle in the third set as Tulane looked to extend the match with an aggressive offensive approach.
- Greene and Crayton provided consistent attacking contributions, combining for six kills during the frame.
- Despite falling behind midway through the set, the Owls showed determination through strong defensive efforts from Quarells and continued offensive pressure.
- Tulane would go on to win the set 25-20.
Set:4 Temple 25, Tulane 20
- Temple responded with confidence in the fourth set, using an energized offensive attack and strong defensive execution to regain control of the match.
- Khenedi Guest provided a major spark with four kills on five attempts, finishing with an outstanding .800 hitting percentage.
- Greene continued to lead the Owls offensively, while Crayton contributed a service ace and helped Temple establish momentum early in the frame.
- The Owls finished the set with 16 kills and a .214 hitting percentage, securing the 25-20 victory and completing an impressive four-set win over the top ranked Green Wave.
Up Next
The Owls will host ECU and Rice at home in McGonigle Hall.
