KUTZTOWN, PA (September 23, 2023)- The Lincoln University Lions volleyball team fell to Kutztown University, in a 3-1 road match on Saturday afternoon.

GAME INFORMATION
Game Score: Lincoln 1, Kutztown 3
Location: Kutztown, PA
Records: Lincoln (3-4, 0-0), Kutztown (7-6, 0-1)
Series: Lincoln trails in series, 3-0, against Kutztown

HOW IT HAPPENED

• Set one began with intense back-and-forth action, as the Lions battled to take the lead.
• Lincoln picked up their efforts in the final plays of set 1, going on a 5-0 to close the scoring gap, but took a 25-20 loss.
• The Lions had a rough set 2, falling to Kutztown with a set score of 25-10.
• Determined to bounce back, Lincoln regrouped and entered set 3 with renewed energy.
• Going on 2 consecutive runs, Lincoln took an early 12-6 lead over Kutztown.
• As both sides showcased their offensive and defensive skills, there were several lead changes.
• The Lions fought hard to capitalize off of three of their opponents' final errors for a set 3 win, 27-25.
• The fourth set saw both teams locked in a fierce battle once again, but Lincoln couldn't quite repeat the magic of the previous set.
• Despite their best efforts, the Lions fell short in set 4 by a score of 25-22, ending the match with a 3-1 loss.
• Although the final score was not in favor of Lincoln, the team's ability to face a challenge and their comeback victory in the third set is clear they have the talent to compete with regional opponents.

LION LEADERS

• Erica Taylor (Romulus, MI/Romulus Summit Academy) led the charge for the Lions with 11 kills against Kutztown.
• Stepping in for the Lions with 16 assists, 9 digs and 3 aces was Jaida Lumpkin (Middletown, Del./Middletown).
• Erinn Taylor (Romulus, MI/Romulus Summit Academy) jumped up to control the game with 6 blocked for Lincoln in their Saturday matchup.

 
UP NEXT
The Lions will host the Blues of Bluefield State University to begin CIAA conference play on Monday, September 25. The first serve is set for 6pm in Manuel Rivero Gymnasium.