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Tigers claw their way to 2-0 start
30 Aug
Summary
- LSU volleyball secures 3-1 win, starting season 2-0.
- Jurnee Robinson led with 22 kills, six blocks, two aces.
- Next games are in Ann Arbor against Michigan State and Michigan.
The LSU volleyball team has opened its season with a flawless 2-0 record, securing their second victory of the weekend by defeating Incarnate Word in a 3-1 match on Saturday night. This perfect opening weekend is the first for the Tigers since 2017.
LSU dominated the first set 25-20 and decisively won the third set 25-11. After a close second set that went to Incarnate Word 27-25, LSU closed out the match with a 25-19 win in the fourth set.
Key player Jurnee Robinson was instrumental, leading the scoring with 22 kills, six blocks, and two aces, while also completing a double-double with 14 digs. Setter Takyla Brown also recorded a double-double, tallying 43 assists and 23 digs. Freshman libero Kiley Brooks contributed significantly with 12 assists and 16 digs.
The Tigers now prepare for the inaugural SEC/Big Ten Challenge in Ann Arbor, Michigan. They are scheduled to play Michigan State on September 1st and Michigan on September 2nd.
