First-Ever Home Game – A Historic Win
Governors State 3, Trinity Christian 0
This match wasn’t just another win—it was monumental. Governors State hosted its first-ever home game, marking a historic milestone for the program. And they didn’t just play; they dominated. The Jaguars swept Trinity Christian in straight sets (25-13, 25-14, 25-22), securing their first home victory in program history.
Standout Performances:
- Pedro Castillo led the attack with 12 kills (.304 hitting percentage) and added 3 aces.
- Diego Antunez was efficient, putting up 6 kills (.625) and 4 aces.
- Lucas Lapa facilitated the offense with 21 assists, while Thiago Neves and Pedro Oliveira played strong at the net.
Win Over Calvin – Battling Through a Close Sweep
Governors State 3, Calvin 0
The Jaguars faced a tough test from Calvin, but they managed to close out each set, winning 25-17, 25-22, 25-23. While the hitting efficiency wasn’t at its best, GSU kept the pressure on with solid defensive play.
Key Players:
- Diego Antunez led the offense with 11 kills, while Juan Saavedra added 7 kills (.214).
- Lucas Lapa dished out 27 assists and picked up 14 digs, showcasing his all-around game.
- The team struggled a bit with serving errors (12 total), but their blocking and defense made up for it.
Win Over Calumet – Gritty Four-Set Victory
Governors State 3, Calumet 1
Despite dropping a set, the Jaguars held their ground and closed out the match (25-23, 25-21, 23-25, 25-19).
Standout Performances:
- Diego Antunez had a dominant outing with 23 kills (.312) and 1 ace, leading all scorers with 25 total points.
- Juan Saavedra contributed 7 kills, while Lucas Lapa put on a passing clinic with 40 assists and 9 digs.
Tough Loss at Cornerstone – First Conference Defeat
Governors State 1, Cornerstone 3
GSU started strong, taking the first set 26-24, but the undefeated Cornerstone squad adjusted and took control (17-25, 14-25, 16-25). The Jaguars struggled offensively in the final three sets, hitting just .221 as a team.
Top Performers:
- Diego Antunez led with 15 kills (.355), while Daniel Lopez added 7 kills.
- Pedro Castillo anchored the back row with 27 assists and 3 digs.
Win Over Indiana East – Four-Set Comeback
Governors State 3, Indiana East 1
After dropping the first set 22-25, GSU responded with a dominant offensive display, taking the next three sets (25-18, 25-21, 28-26).
Key Players:
- Daniel Lopez had a team-high 19 kills, though his efficiency was lower (.182).
- Thiago Neves had an incredible match, hitting .727 with 8 kills and 3 blocks.
- Juan Saavedra was also a force at the net, recording 10 kills (.500).
- Lucas Lapa had 45 assists, driving the offense with precision.