BLUE MOUNTAIN, Miss. - The University of Mobile volleyball team earned a hard-fought three-set victory Saturday, holding off Blue Mountain Christian 25-23, 25-10, 26-24. The win over the Toppers moves the Rams to an impressive 18-4 on the season.
The Rams opened the match with a narrow 25-23 victory, finding the final points when it mattered most to take an early lead. Mobile then created separation in the second set, cruising to a 25-10 win and taking control of the match. The Toppers responded in the third set, stretching the game beyond 25 points. Mobile remained composed, however, and secured a 26-24 win to complete the sweep.
Blatchford had a strong performance, leading the match with 14 kills and contributing an ace. Kaylin Johnson added 11 kills. Aubrey Sheffield contributed seven kills as the Rams' offense produced a balanced attack. Gabby Sheffield and Hope Blaylock each also recorded an ace for the Rams.
At the net, Savannah Conklin paced the Rams with four blocks, while Blatchford added two and Emma Hampton contributed one. Emma McPherson directed the Mobile offense with a team-high 19 assists, while Hannah Ellis added 15 and Aubrey Sheffield recorded two. Defensively, Hope Blaylock and Gabby Sheffield both contributed strong efforts with 12 digs each. Georgia Simmons added seven digs.
Up Next For the Rams
The Rams are back at home for another pair of conference matchups this upcoming weekend. Mobile will play Brewton-Parker Barons on Thursday October 8th at 6:00 p.m. CT followed by a match against the Wolves of Wesleyan College Friday October 9 at 11:00 a.m. CT.
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About the University of Mobile
The University of Mobile is a Christ-centered university pursuing excellence "For the Kingdom. To the World." With a vision to multiply Kingdom leaders for the glory of God and the good of the world, the university equips students through Christ-centered learning and community to pursue God's calling with courage, purpose and Kingdom impact.
The university was founded in 1961 and is affiliated with the Alabama Baptist State Convention. Located 10 miles north of Mobile, Alabama, on a campus of over 880 acres, UM offers associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees in over 75 academic programs. Learn more at umobile.edu/um-info and connect with UM on social media @univofmobile, or call Enrollment Services at 1.800.WIN.RAMS or 251.442.2222.
