Spartans Advance After Sweep Over Badgers

TAMPA, Fla. - The Spartans kick off the postseason with a dominant sweep over the Badgers. Tampa will play the winner of West Florida and Palm Beach Atlantic tomorrow at 7 PM.

Final Score: No. 1 Tampa 3 (1: 25-11, 2: 25-7, 3: 25-16), No. 8 Spring Hill 0

Records: No. 1 Tampa (29-0, 20-0 SSC), Spring Hill (26-6, 19-0 SIAC)

Location: Bob Martinez Athletic Center | Tampa, Fla.

HOW IT HAPPENED: 

First Set: Tampa came out composed and efficient to open the match, immediately establishing control at the net. Behind clean execution on offense, the Spartans hit .417 in the first frame with 12 kills and just two errors, while their front-line pressure forced Spring Hill into 10 attack errors and a negative hitting percentage. Tampa's defensive presence also showed early with five total blocks in the set, stifling any Badger momentum.  | Score: 25-11 Tampa

Second Set: The Spartans rode the energy straight into the second frame, producing their most dominant offensive performance of the night. Tampa fired off 14 kills with zero attack errors and posted a staggering .700 hitting percentage in the set. Four more blocks and continued defensive discipline kept Spring Hill in the negative once again at the net.  | Score 25-7 Tampa

Third Set: Spring Hill responded with its most competitive effort of the match in the third set, finding tougher swings and more offensive rhythm. Tampa countered with steady balance across the lineup, tallying 10 kills, three aces, and two blocks. The final frame also featured the highest dig totals on the night as both sides worked longer rallies. Tampa's composure down the stretch held firm, allowing the Spartans to finish off the sweep | Score 25-16 Tampa

INSIDE THE STATS:

• Tampa outhit Spring Hill .419 to –.029, finishing with 36 total kills.
• Tess Schrenger contributed a complete effort with 10 digs, two solo blocks, and three kills.
• Kayla Dondero led the Spartans' attack, recording 18 assists. 
• Nathaly Perez led the Spartans with 12 kills and hit .611.
• Tampa controlled the match with 43 digs and 11 total blocks.