NM State Volleyball kicked off their regular season by sweeping Western New Mexico in three sets in an exhibition match on Sunday. Starr Williams led the Aggies with 15 kills and a .536 hitting percentage. The team hit .321 overall to secure a convincing victory. In the first set, NM State pulled ahead early and closed it out with a 6-4 run. The second set saw the Aggies go on an 11-1 run to take control, with Maggie Lightheart and Starr Williams shining. The third set saw a dominant stretch from NM State, highlighted by back-to-back blocks from Mia Fox. Head Coach Mike Jordan praised the team’s depth and setters’ performance.
Junior setter Nellie Reese expressed satisfaction with her connection with Williams and emphasized the team’s need to expect tough matches going forward. Next, the Aggies head to Atlanta for the Georgia Tech Invitational, starting with a match against Coastal Carolina on Friday, August 30, followed by a showdown with the No. 14 ranked Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. The match against Georgia Tech will be streamed live on ESPN+. Fans can stay updated on NM State Volleyball’s season by following their social media accounts and the team’s website. NM State Volleyball is ready to continue their winning momentum as they dive into the regular season.
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