The William Carey volleyball team concluded the Carlos Soler 鈥淟a Tribu鈥� Invitational by splitting their final day, losing in five sets to Webber International, followed by a straight-set victory over Point University. Despite a strong comeback in the third set against Webber, where the Lady Crusaders secured a 25-17 win, they ultimately fell 3-2. In their second match, they answered Point University's early leads with strong performances, including a decisive 28-26 victory in the second set, resulting in a 3-0 match win.

By the Numbers
  • Carey hit a 25-10 score in the fourth set against Webber to force a decisive fifth set.
  • In their match against Point University, the Lady Crusaders overcame a 12-6 deficit in the second set to win 28-26.
State of Play
  • Carey now stands with a mixed performance record from the invitational, showcasing resilience in the face of defeat.
  • The team demonstrated strong offensive play, notably with five service aces from Rachel Stegall in their first match.
What's Next

The Lady Crusaders are set to compete at the Faulkner Invitational in Montgomery, Ala., on August 28-29, where they鈥檒l aim to build momentum and address their recent inconsistencies.

Bottom Line

William Carey鈥檚 ability to bounce back in their second match highlights their potential, but a need for consistent performance remains as they move towards the upcoming tournament.