Box Score The Valkyries overcame an 18-8 deficit in what proved to be a decisive third set as they would go on to win that set (30-28) and then finish off the Bobcats in the following set to win the match 3-1. This moves the Valkyries into 4th place in the Conference Carolinas standings at the midway point of the season. This was also the first win for the Valkyries over Lees-Mcrae since the 2013 season.
Game Highlights:
- Brittany Tepedino recorded her 4th double double of the season with 13 kills and 16 digs.
- Jasmine Finkley broke her own personal record with an impressive 17 kills on the night.
- Being aggressive at the service line proved to be the game changer for the Valkyries as Kelsey Elliott (5 Aces) and Brittany Tepedino (4 Aces) went on significant runs to help Converse secure the win.
- Savannah Ducote recorded her 2nd double double of the season with 44 assists and 14 digs. She is also 2nd in the program record books for most assists in a 4 set match.
- Elizabeth Coffey tied the block assists record in a 4 set match with her 6 block assists. She is tied with teammate, Kiara Cannon.
Postgame Quote from Head Coach
Amy Bomar: "This team tonight showed the type of grit and determination we have. They have worked extremely hard throughout this pandemic, and never took a day off. Tonight it was evident that we were able to overcome adversity, as we were down 18-8 and 24-19, and came back to win the set 30-28. Their fearlessness and team comradery is what will continue to lead them to success."
