Setter Molly McDonald nearly had a double-double versus Minnesota, recording 19 assists and eight digs. |
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Golden Gophers, Rams Defeat Volleyball At Diet Coke Classic
Sept. 20, 2003
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - The Charlotte 49ers volleyball team was defeated in both of its matches on the final day of Minnesota's Diet Coke Classic. After falling to No. 22 Minnesota in the first match, 3-0, Charlotte lost to Colorado State, 3-0, to close out the weekend.
In the first match, Minnesota (6-5) turned to Cassie Busse, who accounted for 24.5 points on 19 kills, three service aces, a pair of solo blocks and a block assist. Jessica Byrnes also scored in double figures, tallying 13 points on 12 kills and two block assists. Abbey Szlanfucht led Charlotte (5-9) with 12 points. She knocked down 10 kills, dropped in an ace and recorded two block assists.
The Golden Gophers took a 1-0 lead in the match early, taking a 30-18 decision in game one. Even though they went on to sweep the 49ers, the second and third games were much closer. In game two, Minnesota held on to win 30-26, then clinched the match with a 30-25 win in game three.
Against Colorado State, Lisa Newell stepped up to lead the team with 11 points. She dropped in three service aces to go along with seven kills and a pair of block assists. Colorado State (9-4) was led by Casey Bauer, who accounted for 14 points on 11 kills and three aces. Becky Sarauer was right behind her with 13.5 points.
The Rams got the win in game one, picking up a 30-22 victory. From there, they went on to take the second and third games with 30-20 and 30-14 decision.
The 49ers return to action Tuesday, when they host cross-county rival Davidson at 7:00. Next weekend, the team travels to College of Charleston and Coastal Carolina.
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