The Eagles walked away with the 2-game split against St. THomas & Webber International

Babson Park, FL. - The Eagles traveled to Webber International this weekend & took on two games. The first game was against St. Thomas, where RU ultimatley fell in 3 sets. However, the Eagles bounced back in the following game against Webber, securing the victory in 5-sets.

Game One:

The match opened with St. Thomas taking the lead, clinching the first set 25-18. The Eagles fought fiercely in the second set, almost evening the score, but narrowly missed with a 26-24 conclusion. The final set saw the Eagles succumbing at 25-17, marking a decisive win for St. Thomas. Despite a robust effort from Reinhardt, the match ended in a sweep, adjusting their impressive season record to 18-5, including 11-2 in conference plays.

Key performers for the Eagles were Gabriel Gutierrez, who led with 11 kills and 6 digs, followed by Jakub Aniolczyk with 9 kills. Gutierrez also contributed with a significant block. The defensive framework was fortified with Christian De Leon leading in blocks, securing 3 for the team. Standout performances in service were noted as Alex Sanchez delivered 4 aces, aiding the Eagles' efforts to mount a comeback.

Bruno Dewes was particularly instrumental, providing a high of 14 assists during the match. His coordination and sharp setting skills were crucial, although not enough to turn the tide in favor of the Eagles. The team remains hopeful and is looking to leverage their strong individual performances and cohesive team play in forthcoming matches, aiming to bolster their standing in the AAC.

Game Two:

The match commenced dominantly for the Eagles, capturing the first set 25-17. However, the encounter saw a series of intense back-and-forth sets, as Webber International rallied to take the second set 25-22. Reinhardt responded assertively in the third, claiming it 25-20, but again the resilience of Webber International was on display as they took the fourth set 25-22. The decisive fifth set was a showcase of the Eagles' prowess, closing it out strongly with a convincing 15-7 win.

Standout performances were pivotal in the Eagles' victory. Jakub Aniolczyk led the attack with a remarkable 17 kills, followed closely by Gabriel Gutierrez with 16 kills and 9 digs, demonstrating his all-around play. Christian De Leon also played a crucial role with 7 kills and 3 blocks. The defensive efforts were led by Alex Sanchez with 16 digs and notable blocking from Decklan Fongbemi and Quintin Fongbemi.

The squad also showed strength in serving, with Andrea Forcina delivering a game-high 7 aces. This combined team effort in various aspects of the game underscores their depth and skill across the board.

Looking ahead, Reinhardt's volleyball team is set to face Cumberland in an away fixture on Tuesday, April 8th. As they continue their campaign, the Eagles carry forward a combination of momentum and confidence from this significant victory.