CSU Volleyball Dominates SCSU in Four-Set Match

Charleston SC, September 24, 2025

News Summary

Charleston Southern University volleyball secured a dominant win against South Carolina State University, winning in four sets. The match showcased impressive performances from key players, with CSU achieving their seventh victory of the season. Notable highlights included record-setting service aces and significant milestones reached by individual players. Looking forward, CSU prepares to face Presbyterian College in their opening Big South Conference match, following this triumphant outing.

Charleston, SC – Charleston Southern (CSU) volleyball secured a decisive victory over South Carolina State University (SCSU) on September 23, 2025, winning the match in four sets. This event highlighted several remarkable individual performances and marked CSU’s seventh win of the 2025 season, surpassing their total win record from the entire 2024 season.

The match began with a strong start for CSU, who swiftly took control with a 5-0 run. They continued to dominate the first set, expanding their lead to 16-4. CSU closed out the first set convincingly, winning 25-10, with Emma Bednarek contributing a pivotal kill and a service ace that secured critical points 23 and 25.

In the second set, CSU initially held a significant lead at 12-3, but SCSU mounted a spirited comeback, executing an 8-1 run to equalize at 16. Despite the pressure, CSU battled back to regain the lead at 23-18, aided by two attacking errors from SCSU. However, the Bulldogs again tied the set at 23 with another surge, only for Skylar Yates to deliver a service ace and clinch the set, 28-26.

The third set proved to be a nail-biter. Both teams fought fiercely, resulting in 13 ties and numerous lead changes throughout. Ultimately, SCSU edged out CSU with a score of 25-19.

CSU rebounded in the fourth set, beginning with a 13-8 lead. The upperclassmen, including Yates, Bednarek, Emmy Rollins, Emily Struckmeyer, and Faith Burch, played crucial roles in this resurgence. CSU concluded the match on a high note, finishing the fourth set with a 10-2 run, ending at 25-14, with Burch delivering the game-winning kill.

This victory enabled CSU to make a statement as they prepare to enter Big South Conference play. Notable individual achievements during the match included Skylar Yates entering the Top-5 in CSU volleyball history for Career Service aces, amassing a total of 119. Additionally, Presley Morris celebrated her 500th career dig during the contest, and freshman Cara McLean set a new personal best with 5 service aces, which is the highest for any Buccaneer this season. As a team, CSU recorded a total of 15 service aces, tying for the fifth-most in a single match in the program’s history.

Looking ahead, CSU will face Presbyterian College in their opening match of Big South Conference play on September 26, 2025, at 6:00 PM in Clinton, South Carolina. This upcoming match will be particularly significant, as Presbyterian previously ended CSU’s playoff aspirations in 2024. Fans can catch the game live as it will be broadcasted on ESPN+.

Upcoming Matches

CSU’s next match details:

• Opponent: Presbyterian College
• Date: September 26, 2025
• Time: 6:00 PM
• Location: Clinton, South Carolina
• Broadcast: ESPN+

Match Highlights

• CSU defeated SCSU in four sets with scores of 25-10, 28-26, 19-25, and 25-14.
• Emma Bednarek and Skylar Yates played crucial roles in key moments.
• CSU achieved their seventh win of the season, outperforming their entire 2024 season in wins.

Record-Setting Performances

• Skylar Yates entered the Top-5 for Career Service aces at CSU with 119.
• Presley Morris achieved her 500th career dig.
• Cara McLean set a new career-high with 5 service aces, the highest by a player this season.
• CSU recorded a total of 15 service aces, tying for fifth in program history.

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