Saturday, November 2
Kansas City, Mo.
1:00 PM
Kansas City
4-18,2-9Summit League
0
vs
3
South Dakota State
22-0,11-0Summit League
1
2
3
F
South Dakota St.
25
25
25
3
Kansas City
21
15
20
0
Photo by: Syd Siemens
Roos’ Strong Net Play Falls Short Against Jackrabbits
11/2/2024 5:14:00 PM | Volleyball
Kpea’s Blocking Effort Highlights Kansas City’s Defensive Strength
KANSAS CITY, MO -Kansas City put up a spirited effort but ultimately fell to South Dakota State in three sets (21-25, 15-25, 20-25). The Roos showed tenacity in each set, with Kaia Dunford leading the offense and Ledisi Kpea making a strong impact at the net with key blocks. Despite their efforts to stay close, Kansas City couldn't overcome South Dakota State's consistency, concluding the match in three.
SET-BY-SET VS. South Dakota State
SET ONE / 21-25: Kansas City came out strong against South Dakota State, showing determination to keep the set close. Kaia Dunford was a force early on, delivering back-to-back kills to energize the Roos and bring them within striking distance. Sydney Henry played a crucial role in facilitating the offense, contributing multiple assists and landing an important kill to tie the game at 15-15.Ledisi Kpea anchored the defense at the net, making key blocks and adding timely kills that kept Kansas City in the game. Despite their efforts, the Roos couldn't overcome South Dakota State's late push, with the set ultimately ending 25-21 in favor of the Jackrabbits.
SET TWO / 15-25: Kansas City started strong in the second set, with Brooke Boyer opening up with a service ace to give the Roos an early lead. Dunford and Kpea each contributed key kills to keep the score close, as the Roos tied the game at 6-6. Henry also played an instrumental role, setting up several successful attacks and adding her own kill to make it 7-7.As the set progressed, Kansas City's momentum slowed due to a few attack errors and South Dakota State's aggressive serving. Despite a late push with kills from Nyle Mathis and Kpea, the Roos couldn't regain control, and the Jackrabbits finished the set on a 10-1 run, ending it at 25-15.
SET THREE / 21-25: Kansas City battled to stay close in the third set, with Ledisi Kpea making a strong impact at the net, teaming up with Kaia Dunford for a key block to narrow the gap. Sydney Henry kept the offense going, adding a service ace and setting up kills for Dunford and Kpea. Despite their efforts, the Roos fell short, ending the set at 20-25.
STATS TO NOTE
Kansas City will travel to Denver for a matchup on the Pioneers' home court on November 7th at 1 p.m.
SET-BY-SET VS. South Dakota State
SET ONE / 21-25: Kansas City came out strong against South Dakota State, showing determination to keep the set close. Kaia Dunford was a force early on, delivering back-to-back kills to energize the Roos and bring them within striking distance. Sydney Henry played a crucial role in facilitating the offense, contributing multiple assists and landing an important kill to tie the game at 15-15.Ledisi Kpea anchored the defense at the net, making key blocks and adding timely kills that kept Kansas City in the game. Despite their efforts, the Roos couldn't overcome South Dakota State's late push, with the set ultimately ending 25-21 in favor of the Jackrabbits.
SET TWO / 15-25: Kansas City started strong in the second set, with Brooke Boyer opening up with a service ace to give the Roos an early lead. Dunford and Kpea each contributed key kills to keep the score close, as the Roos tied the game at 6-6. Henry also played an instrumental role, setting up several successful attacks and adding her own kill to make it 7-7.As the set progressed, Kansas City's momentum slowed due to a few attack errors and South Dakota State's aggressive serving. Despite a late push with kills from Nyle Mathis and Kpea, the Roos couldn't regain control, and the Jackrabbits finished the set on a 10-1 run, ending it at 25-15.
SET THREE / 21-25: Kansas City battled to stay close in the third set, with Ledisi Kpea making a strong impact at the net, teaming up with Kaia Dunford for a key block to narrow the gap. Sydney Henry kept the offense going, adding a service ace and setting up kills for Dunford and Kpea. Despite their efforts, the Roos fell short, ending the set at 20-25.
STATS TO NOTE
- Efficient Offense by Kailee Deffebaugh posted a .600 hitting percentage, recording 7 kills
- Kaia Dunford's All-Around Performance: Dunford led the team with 9 kills and added 14 digs
- Ledisi Kpea's Defensive Impact: Kpea anchored the Roos' defense with a team-high 5 block assists, achieving a .294 hitting percentage and 11.5 total points.
Kansas City will travel to Denver for a matchup on the Pioneers' home court on November 7th at 1 p.m.
Team Stats
SDSU
KC
Kills
48
40
Errors
12
16
Attempts
103
110
Hitting %
.350
.218
Points
56.0
48.0
Assists
46
40
Aces
5
3
Blocks
3
5
Game Leaders
Kills-Aces-Blocks
Kills
9
Aces
0
Blocks
1
Kills
9
Aces
0
Blocks
5
Kills
7
Aces
1
Blocks
0
Kills
7
Aces
1
Blocks
0
Players Mentioned
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