The UCSB women’s volleyball team (4-6) earned its second sweep of the season Saturday, topping Georgetown (2-9) in straight sets for the second time in as many days, 25-17, 25-17, 26-24.
The Gauchos led in attacks, kills, hit percentage, sideout percentage, and digs, dominating the stat sheet against the Hoyas.
Michelle Ohwobete led UCSB in kills with 14, while Tallulah Froley added 12 while once again hitting an efficient .400 clip.
Macall Peed had 19 digs for UCSB, with Briana McKnight close behind with 14.
The Gauchos hit percentage outperformed that of Georgetown early in the first set, as UCSB showcased .286 to Georgetown’s .125. The Gauchos found themselves up 5-0 to start the set and maintained a comfortable lead throughout the rest of the set to win 25-17. Froley led the Gauchos with five kills while also tallying a block while Macall Peed had a team high nine digs.
UCSB came out strong to start the 2nd set as they found themselves leading 11-2. The Gauchos maintained their strong lead to close out the 2nd set 25-17. Peed added five more digs in the set to lead the Gauchos while Ohwobete led the team in kills with 10 through the first two sets.
As Georgetown found themselves down two sets, they made the third set closer from the start, not allowing UCSB to gain momentum early.
Georgetown held its first lead against the Gauchos over their past two outings. After it seemed like UCSB was pulling away with a 18-15 lead, Georgetown fought back to tie the game at 20-20.
After a back-and-forth battle, the Gauchos were able to hang on and win the set in extras 26-24 to complete the sweep. Once again the match ended with a huge block, this time by Niableu Correal and Tasia Farmer.
The Gauchos will travel to San Diego to face the UCSD Tritons next Friday night at 7 p.m. to open up Big West play.