Johnson University Royals Secure Victory in Volleyball Showdown Against Brevard

The Johnson University Royals clinched a decisive victory over Brevard on September 12, 2025, at Boshamer Gymnasium, opening their season with an impressive 3-1 win. The Women's Volleyball team showcased a strong start in their regular season match, setting the stage for a promising season ahead.

The match commenced with a tightly contested first set, where Johnson edged out Brevard with a score of 25-22. Maintaining their momentum, the Royals then widened the gap in the second set, taking it 25-18. Brevard managed to rally back in the third set, momentarily shifting the match's dynamics with a close 25-23 win. However, Johnson University regained control in the fourth set, matching the intensity of the first to end it at 25-22, thereby securing the overall match victory.

Luci Morris emerged as a key player with her outstanding all-around performance, leading the team with 12 kills and 20 digs, and adding 2 aces to her tally. Abigail Brown contributed significantly with 7 kills, while Kiersten Bell played a pivotal role both offensively with 5 kills and defensively with 2 blocks. The defensive efforts were further bolstered by Anna Birling, who led with 16 digs.

Coach Robin Vannoy expressed pride in the team's performance, stating, 'We played extremely hard this weekend to get two wins. I am proud of how the team came together during this pressing and we look forward to conference play.' The Royals' next challenge is set for September 20, 2025, where they will face Milligan at home, riding high on their current 1-0 record.