NM State Volleyball dominates Liberty in a sweep 3-0 victory at their recent CUSA match held at the Pan American Center. The Aggies hit .370 across three sets, while holding the Lady Flames to a .130 mark with 21 attack errors. Yasso Amin led the way individually with a career-best .750 hitting percentage on 16 swings. With the win, NM State improved to 13-10 overall and 7-4 in CUSA play.
The first set saw a comeback from NM State after a few early errors, with Makayla Martinez sealing the win with her 13th ace of the season. In the second set, Starr Williams and Nellie Reese contributed to the team’s success, leading to a 25-21 victory. The third set saw a strong performance from Kacia Brown and Martinez, closing out the game with three consecutive kills from Amin and a score of 25-15.
Notable achievements included Amin’s career-high hitting percentage, Martinez leading in service aces, and the team’s strong defensive play, limiting Liberty to a .130 hitting percentage. Head Coach Mike Jordan praised the team’s improved serving and confidence, while players like Amin and Williams credited their success to strong support systems and team efforts.
The Aggies will have a rematch with Liberty in the finale of this weekend’s series, looking for their fourth straight win. The match will be held on October 26 at 1:00 PM and streamed live on ESPN+. For more updates on NM State Volleyball, follow them on social media and NMStateSports.com.
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