The Georgia State volleyball team secured a three-set victory against UL Monroe, improving their record to 16-12 overall and 7-9 in the Sun Belt conference. Alessia Cappai and Izzy Durnell led the Panthers’ offense with 10 kills each, while the defense was solid with multiple players reaching double figures in digs. Georgia State never trailed in the third set, finishing with a 25-19 win. The Panthers dominated the first two sets as well, winning 25-16 and 25-15 respectively, with a strong attacking performance and a few aces to boost their offense.
The team’s victory ensures their spot in the upcoming Sun Belt conference tournament, with seeding to be determined. The Panthers are prepared to face No. 4 (West) Troy in their next match on November 21st. Defensively, the trio of Shanelle Martinez, Kaleigh Fitzgerald, and Livy Kowalkowski led the team in digs, while Patrycja Zielinska provided 16 assists to support the offensive efforts. Georgia State’s balanced performance on both ends of the court set them up for success and earned them a well-deserved win.
The Panthers’ strong showing against UL Monroe demonstrates their potential as they head into the conference tournament, where they aim to compete for a title. Fans can look forward to an exciting matchup against Troy as Georgia State continues to build momentum and strive for success on the volleyball court.
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