Game Recap: Rhodes vs. No. 10 Trinity University
The Rhodes College volleyball team faced a tough test on Friday, October 31, 2025, taking on nationally ranked No. 10 Trinity (TX) inside Mallory Gymnasium. Despite a strong team effort and stretches of competitive play, the Lynx fell in straight sets (25–14, 25–14, 25–17) against one of the SAA's top programs.
Key Performances
Junior Yzzi Dsamou paced the Lynx offense with eight kills, attacking efficiently at the net and providing consistent scoring opportunities. Caroline Short added seven kills and six digs, while Maggie Lukemire contributed four kills and a block. Mackenzie Geer and Emma Clark combined to run the offense, recording 12 and 10 assists respectively, with Clark also tallying two service aces. Defensively, Olivia Wiseman anchored the back row with 17 digs, supported by Meg Gebhart with five.
Game Highlights
Rhodes fought hard in each set, keeping rallies alive with scrappy defense and strong serve receive play. After a pair of competitive early sets, the Lynx built momentum in the third frame, cutting into Trinity's lead behind kills from Dsamou and Short. Despite the late push, the Tigers' balanced attack closed out the match. Rhodes totaled 26 kills and 40 digs in a solid team effort.
Game Recap: Rhodes vs. Southwestern University
The Rhodes College volleyball team closed out its regular season on Saturday, November 1, 2025, with a hard-fought home match against Southwestern University inside Mallory Gymnasium. Despite a strong opening set and moments of sharp execution, the Lynx fell in straight sets (25–20, 25–14, 25–12) to the Pirates, who entered the match among the top teams in the SAA.
Key Performances
Junior Yzzi Dsamou led the Rhodes attack with an impressive 11 kills, consistently challenging Southwestern's block and providing energy at the net. Caroline Short added eight kills and was a steady offensive presence throughout the match, while Rachel Clarke contributed five kills to round out the front-line effort. Mackenzie Geer paced the offense with 14 assists, supported by Emma Clark and Olivia Wiseman, who added six and seven assists respectively. Defensively, Wiseman anchored the back row with 14 digs and added two service aces, while Meg Gebhart chipped in seven digs.
Game Highlights
Rhodes came out strong in the opening set, trading points early and pushing Southwestern before narrowly falling 25–20. The Lynx continued to battle through the second and third sets, with Dsamou and Short leading offensive surges and Wiseman steadying the defense. Despite the Pirates' efficient attack, Rhodes showed resilience and teamwork across all rotations, finishing with 29 kills, 28 assists, and 42 digs.
Up Next: Rhodes vs. Mary Hardin-Baylor
With the SAA regular season complete, the Lynx will host UMHB on Thursday at 6:00 PM before traveling to Louisiana to face two more non-conference opponents before heading into postseason action next week.
