TOCCOA, Ga. – In a step out of conference competition, the Piedmont volleyball team rolled to a 3-0 victory on the road at Toccoa Falls Monday.
The Lions got off to a strong start taking an 8-0 lead out of the gate and cruised to a 25-16 win in the opening set. Piedmont led 15-4 before a 7-0 run from the Screaming Eagles put them back in contention.
Piedmont was able to hold off Toccoa Falls with a 25-17 and 25-18 win for the straight sets sweep.
This marked the second victory of the season over the Screaming Eagles and moved Piedmont’s record to .500 on the season.
Katie Hubbard led Piedmont with 12 kills, while Jenna Ash added 11. Taylor Herrmann led with 20 digs, while Kaylee Ashcraft added 19. Ashcraft also tallied three aces.
Up next, the Lions host Agnes Scott on Wednesday
TURNING POINT:
–Piedmont used an 8-0 start to the first set to create momentum and coast to the 3-0 win.
STANDOUT PERFORMANCES:
–Katie Hubbard continued her impressive sophomore season with a team-high 12 kills.
