It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but University had no problem doing just that on Sunday. They were the clear victor by a 3-0 margin over the Elizabeth Cardinals. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Bulldogs also won the last time the pair played back in August.
The final score came out to 25-19, 25-10, 25-14.
University's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Caybree Ruhl, who had five aces and four digs. That's the most aces Ruhl has posted since back in November of 2023.
University was lethal from the service line and finished the game with 11 aces. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now served at least six aces in three consecutive contests.
University's record now sits at 18-7. As for Elizabeth, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 14-11.
University will face off against Timnath at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday. Elizabeth does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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