The Gannon volleyball team capped off a dominant five-match homestand with its fifth consecutive sweep, rolling past Daemen on Tuesday night inside the Highmark Events Center.

The non-conference victory extended the Golden Knights' win streak to seven straight matches and improved their overall record to 12-4, while Daemen dropped to 6-10 on the season, respectively.

"I've been pleased with our offensive numbers and our serving performances through these five matches," said head coach Matt Darling. "If we can replicate that on the road, I think we have a good chance on Friday against Clarion."

THE GAME FACTS
Score: Gannon 3, Daemen 0 (25-15, 25-22, 25-11)
Records: Gannon 12-4 (3-0 PSAC West), Daemen 6-10 (2-1 ECC)
Location: Highmark Events Center | Erie, Pa.
Date: October 7, 2025

THE KNIGHT CAP

• Red-Hot Run: Gannon improved to 12-4 overall and 3-0 in PSAC West play, winning its fifth straight match by sweep to close a 5-0 homestand.
• Balanced Attack: Sydney Wake (Massillon, Ohio/Jackson) led the way with 12 kills on .571 hitting, while Nehir Yazicioglu (Ankara, Turkey) added nine kills and three aces.
• Serving Surge: In the last five matches, Gannon has compiled 37 service aces, including 10 apiece from Yazicioglu and setter Bengisu Arslan (Ankara, Turkey/Private Çankaya Doga Anatolian).
• Setting the Tone: Arslan also dished out 23 assists and tallied four service aces and eight digs in Tuesday's win.
• Defensive Anchor: Lauren Atwell (Mars, Pa./Mars Area) recorded six kills on .667 hitting and added a block assist, while the team combined for seven blocks and 36 digs.
• On a Set Roll: The Golden Knights have won their last 15 sets overall and have not dropped a set since September 20 against West Virginia State, when they earned a five-set victory.

Up Next
The Golden Knights will put their 3-0 PSAC West record on the line when they travel to face Clarion on Friday, October 10, at 6 p.m.
 
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