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Week 4 Recap - Penn State Hazleton Women's Volleyball falls to Wilkes U. and PSU York

Kaitlyn Kelley tips a ball at the net.
Kaitlyn Kelley tips a ball at the net.
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September 9, 2025

9-9-25 Penn State Hazleton 2 Vs Wilkes 3

On the road at Wilkes University, Hazleton once again demonstrated resilience and tireless effort, bouncing back from a 0–2 hole to win sets three and four. Sydney Mack continued to pace the attack with 19 kills and 22 digs, and both Claire Riera-Gomez (10 kills, 19 digs) and Kaytlin Kelley (7 kills, 8 points) offered strong support. Del Vacchio set the table with 37 assists, helping Hazleton notch 56 team kills and 91 digs. The fifth set was closely contested, with Hazleton pushing Wilkes before a narrow 16–14 defeat. The team's two-match stretch—marked by high-volume digs, balanced offense, and poise in extended sets—shows a squad ready to break through as the season continues.

9-13-25 Penn State Hazleton 2 Vs Penn State York 3

Penn State Hazleton women's volleyball delivered back-to-back five-set thrillers in a week that showed the team's balance, resolve, and emerging star power. Against Penn State York, Hazleton clawed their way back from a set down to win the next two sets, forcing a decisive fifth in front of their home fans. Outside hitter Sydney Mack was exceptional, leading the team with 25 kills and adding 15 digs and several key points in the comeback bid. Setter Sophia Del Vacchio ran a fluid offense with 49 assists, while Claire Riera-Gomez contributed all over the court, racking up 13 kills, 21 digs, and a team-leading presence throughout. Hazleton finished with 57 kills and 76 digs, pushing York to the limit before falling just short by a two-point margin in the fifth set.

Returning contributors continue to anchor the team, while the promising play of new rotation members hints at greater depth. Hazleton's cohesion, defensive effort, and offensive balance are building blocks for upcoming contests, with their competitive fire on full display in both hard-fought matches.