NEED TO KNOW:
Score: Life U 3, Webber International (FL) 0 (25–13, 25–23, 25–18)
Records: Life U 11–9 (6–5 AAC); Webber International 1–13 (0–1 AAC)
MARIETTA, Ga. — The Life University men's volleyball team closed out the final day of its AAC Pod with authority Saturday afternoon, sweeping Webber International (FL) in straight sets inside the Upper Gym. The victory marked a strong response from the Running Eagles, who bounced back from earlier results in the pod to finish the weekend with their most complete performance.
Life U set the tone immediately and never let up in the opening frame. The Running Eagles delivered a dominant offensive showing, hitting an impressive .810 with 18 kills and just one error. Serano Keijl and Vincent Eisinga led the charge, consistently finding openings in the Webber defense, while Riley Chapman ran a seamless offense. The early efficiency allowed Life U to pull away quickly and secure a convincing 25–13 win.
Set two brought the most resistance of the match, as Webber settled in and kept the score tight throughout. The teams traded points deep into the set, but Life U remained composed under pressure. Key kills from Keijl and Ty'Sean Wallace, along with timely serving, helped the Running Eagles create just enough separation late. A strong closing stretch gave Life U the 25–23 set win and a 2–0 advantage.
With momentum in hand, the Running Eagles put together another steady performance in the third. Life U combined efficient attacking with a strong presence at the net, limiting Webber to just .045 hitting in the frame. Vincent Eisinga anchored the block, while the offense continued to produce at a high level. The Running Eagles gradually pulled away before sealing the sweep with a 25–18 decision.
The match marked Life U's most dominant outing of the weekend, showcasing a balanced attack, efficient hitting, and control at the net from start to finish.
INSIDE THE BOX SCORE
- Life U recorded 43 kills on a .443 hitting percentage, while holding Webber to 28 kills on .106
- The Running Eagles totaled six service aces and nine blocks in the match
- Life U hit over .300 in two of the three sets, including a .810 mark in the opening frame
- Webber was held under .150 hitting in all three sets
STANDOUT PERFORMANCES
After battling through the first two days of the AAC Pod, the Running Eagles closed the weekend on a high note, delivering a decisive sweep and carrying momentum forward.
