Colorado Springs, Colo.- The Cameron Aggies women's volleyball team embarked on their 2024 season with a challenging opening day at the UCCS Mountain Lion Classic in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The Aggies faced stiff competition, resulting in two losses that put them at a 0-2 record to start the season.
 

Game 1: UCCS Mountain Lions Sweep Cameron Aggies

Final Score: UCCS 3, Cameron 0 (25-16, 25-13, 25-14)

In their season opener on Friday morning, the Aggies struggled to find their footing against the host team, the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) Mountain Lions. The match, held at the Gallogly Events Center, saw Cameron fall in straight sets.

Key Performances:

• Kayla Eggimen led the Aggies' attack with a team-high 6 kills
• Emily Keohen contributed a team-high 12 assists
• Shelby Rusch anchored the defense with a team-leading 9 digs

Despite these individual efforts, the Aggies found it challenging to penetrate the UCCS defense consistently.

Game 2: Arkansas Fort Smith Outlasts Cameron in Four Sets

Final Score: Arkansas Fort Smith 3, Cameron 1 (25-20, 24-26, 25-17, 25-13)

The Aggies showed resilience in their second match of the day against the University of Arkansas Fort Smith. Cameron managed to clinch a close second set but ultimately fell short in four sets.

Key Performances:

• Carsen Glaser emerged as the offensive leader with 11 kills
• Emily Keohen elevated her game with a season-high 17 assists
• Haley Beggs made a significant defensive impact with 4 blocks

The Aggies demonstrated improvement and fight in this match, particularly in their hard-fought second set victory.

Looking Ahead: Day 2 of UCCS Mountain Lion Classic

Despite the challenging start, the Cameron Aggies volleyball team has an opportunity to rebound quickly. Day 2 of the UCCS Mountain Lion Classic presents two more matches:

1. vs. University of Mary
   • Date: September 7th, 2024
   • Time: 10:00 AM CST (9:00 AM MT)
2. vs. Fort Hays State University
   • Date: September 7th, 2024
   • Time: 2:30 PM CST (1:30 PM MT)

The Aggies will aim to secure their first win of the season and build momentum as they continue their early-season campaign in Colorado Springs.

Day 1 Statistics Leaders:

• Kills: Carsen Glaser (11 vs. Arkansas Fort Smith)
• Assists: Emily Keohen (17 vs. Arkansas Fort Smith)
• Digs: Shelby Rusch (9 vs. UCCS)
• Blocks: Haley Beggs (4 vs. Arkansas Fort Smith)

As the UCCS Mountain Lion Classic continues, the Cameron Aggies volleyball team looks to bounce back and demonstrate their resilience in the face of early-season challenges.