University, MI – The Parkside Rangers overcame a two-set deficit to pull off a thrilling reverse sweep against Saginaw Valley State. Elizabeth Truckenbrod led the charge offensively, recording 14 kills across the final three sets, while Sam Fisch added 11 kills in the same span. With this victory, the Rangers completed a crucial weekend sweep on the road.
Inside the Box Score:
- Elizabeth Truckenbrod: Led the team with 17 kills, hitting an impressive .457. She also notched a double-double with 11 digs.
- Sam Fisch: Recorded her 14th double-figure kill performance with 15 kills.
- Natalie Harris: Tallied 21 digs, marking her fifth consecutive match with over 20 digs.
- Marisa Lootens: Contributed six service aces, 12 digs, and six kills.
How it Happened:
At the end of a grueling road trip, the Rangers struggled early, dropping the first two sets to the Cardinals. Facing elimination, they regrouped in the third set, where timely kills from Truckenbrod and Fisch gave them a slight edge midway through. Though SVSU took a late 19-18 lead, Parkside responded with a critical 5-0 run, capped by a Lootens ace. Fisch's fifth kill sealed the set for the Rangers, 25-23.
The Rangers carried that momentum into the fourth set, surging to an early 4-1 lead. Truckenbrod took control, with a pair of consecutive kills followed by two aces, putting Parkside up 10-5. Supported by solid sets from Lily Ray and Karlee Lois, Truckenbrod racked up six kills in the set. Another Lootens ace clinched the set, forcing a decisive fifth.
In the final set, Parkside rebounded from an early 3-1 deficit with a 4-0 run, fueled by two more Lootens aces. Truckenbrod, Fisch, and Lootens combined for the final four points, and Parkside clinched the match with a nail-biting 15-13 finish.
Next Up:
The Rangers face another tough road trip, heading to Michigan Tech and Northern Michigan. For live coverage of the upcoming matches, visit ParksideRangers.com/coverage.
