Schreiner continues its solid volleyball start, with sweep of Concordia

Giana Hilliard led a balanced offensive attack with 15 kills as Schreiner University swept Concordia (Texas) 25-20, 25-18, 25-21 on Thursday at Stephens Family Arena to improve to 2-0 in Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference play.

The Mountaineers (9-3, 2-0 SCAC) dominated at the net, hitting .354 as a team while holding Concordia to a .186 attack percentage. Ashlyn Willburn added nine kills on .692 hitting, while Ryleigh Jones contributed eight kills and Lauren Monaco had seven.

Harlie Gallaspy distributed 19 assists for Schreiner, with Gaby Torres adding 15. The Mountaineers outblocked Concordia 11-7, led by Monaco’s three total blocks.

B. Fitzgerald paced Concordia (6-5, 0-2 SCAC) with 16 kills on .350 hitting, but the Tornadoes struggled offensively throughout the match. Katherine Dedear added six kills while Emma Rosier tallied 13 assists.

Schreiner controlled the first set early, building a lead they never relinquished. The Mountaineers hit .396 in the opening frame behind 20 kills.

The second set proved more competitive, with Concordia staying within striking distance before Schreiner pulled away late for the 25-18 victory.

Concordia made its strongest push in the third set, keeping pace with Schreiner until the final points. The Mountaineers closed out the match with a 25-21 win to complete the sweep.

Jenna Palomarez anchored Schreiner’s defense with 10 digs, while Abby Meaux added 14. Jade Romero led Concordia with 11 digs.

The victory marked Schreiner’s second consecutive conference win after opening SCAC play with a five-set victory over Texas Lutheran earlier in the week. The Mountaineers continue their conference schedule when they travel to Southwestern on Wednesday.