CAMPBELLSVILLE, KY. –  The Tigers hosted the University of Cumberlands Patriots and swept them Thursday night. Erica Rosario Calderon's (11) and Brooke Hager's (ten) double-digit kills brought the Tigers another sweep to their record, their ninth of 2024.

The opening kill was scored by the Tigers. The Patriots would take an advantage of two points, however, it was not too long after when the Tigers snatched the lead back. Attacks and mistakes in service caused the Patriots to fall behind early. Campbellsville was in a streak with seven points taking the first set from the patriots, 25-16.

The second set saw the Patriots out again to a hot start. As the frame continued, Campbellsville' s front row was finding open spots to kill the ball, and suddenly, the Tigers were up by four points over the Patriots. The Cumberlands were battling for each point with long rallies both ways. Then, the Patriots' defense began to falter and fell behind, allowing eight consecutive points scored by the Tigers. Campbellsville clinched the second set, 25-16.

Emily Aabye scored the initial kill for the third, and ultimately, deciding set. Quickly, the Patriots faced a nine-point gap. Despite a sustained effort by the Cumberlands as Campbellsville approached their 20th point, the Tigers' defense and consistent play prevented any comeback. They completed the sweep over the Patriots with a 25-17 victory.

The Tigers will return to the court Tuesday, September 24th against Midway University in Midway, Kentucky. The match is set to begin at 7 p.m. ET. 

• Molly Shannon received an award for reaching 1,000 digs in her career, recognizing her outstanding milestone and contributions to the team defensively.

• Calderon led the Tigers with 11 kills, while the reigning Mid-South Conference Setter of the Week (four times straight!) Jana Krstic had a team-high 34 assists. Marisa Gallardo saved 16 potential points with her digs, and Shannon and Jaden Francis were just behind her with 13 each.

• The Patriots entered today's game with a record of 19-2, facing off against the Tigers, who now have a record of 34 wins and 5 losses against the Patriots in their match-up history. This match's sweep in Campellsville's favor was their first over the Cumberlands since 2021.