I was/am out of town and unable to attend or see tonight’s match vs the Tommies, but several very capable GopherVBallRocks sent in reports.
MT reports that the Gophs won 25-20, 25-16 & 25-21. The “regulars” started each set, but once a comfortable lead was established, subs including Acevedo, McGhie, Crowl, Schnickle and even Engeman got playing time. Grote and Hanson led the Gophs with 10 kills each, and Grote added 5 blocks.
R & SM report that Shaffmaster’s fingers (the fingers injured vs TCU) were taped up, but they didn’t seem to bother her much, but McGhie got roughly one-third of the sets. They didn’t think that Palabiyik or Crowl played especially well, but they liked what they saw from Acevedo.
TR reports that despite the sweep, the Tommies played well, especially their setter, and the crowd was treated to some very long and entertaining rallies. The Gophs prevailed based on superior height and balance – except for offense by our Middles. TR was especially impressed by Thibault’s digging. TR continues to insist that Gopher VBall is the “Best Show in Town.”
[Loyal reader RA, who has provided GopherVBallRocks with excellent coverage in the past, was unable to attend tonight’s match because, as one of the 12 “undecided” voters left in the country, RA had to watch the debate. Stuck in PA and unable to attend or watch the match, I watched the debate, and came away with a valuable tip for GopherVBallRocks readers: Keep Fido on the leash, or somebody gonna eat ‘im.]