#6 MDC Sharks Volleyball Team Stuns #1 Florida Southwestern State Buccaneers with a Remarkable Victory

In a highly anticipated match, the #6 nationally ranked Miami Dade College (MDC) Lady Sharks volleyball team triumphed over the #1 ranked Florida Southwestern State College (FSW) Buccaneers, marking the Buccaneers' first loss of the 2023 season. The exhilarating contest concluded in a thrilling 5-set battle, with the Lady Sharks emerging victorious.

The Lady Sharks demonstrated exceptional skill and determination throughout the match, overpowering the undefeated Buccaneers. The final scores of the sets were 25-20, 18-25, 20-25, 25-11, and 16-14, displaying the intense competition between both teams.

The Lady Sharks' exceptional team statistics showcased their domination on the court. With an impressive 49 kills, 65 digs, 21 blocks, and 13 aces, the MDC players displayed their versatility and skill in all aspects of the game. Noteworthy individual performances further contributed to the team's success.

Noteworthy player highlights include Esthefany Rabit, who proved to be a key player, recording 12 kills with a hitting percentage of .370 and an astounding 6.5 blocks. Ana Tevdoradze's contributions were equally remarkable, registering 12 kills, 13 digs, two blocks, and two aces.

Luiza Da Cruz demonstrated her defensive prowess with 12 digs while exhibiting strong serving skills with three aces. Additionally, Da Cruz showcased her exceptional setting abilities, providing 38 assists.

Mia Martinez's outstanding defensive efforts helped solidify the Lady Sharks' victory, notching 14 crucial digs and one ace.

With this incredible win, the MDC Lady Sharks now set their sights on the upcoming State Tournament. Their last game of the season before the tournament will occur on October 24 at 5:00 p.m. They will face Santa Fe College in what promises to be an exhilarating battle.