Game Recap: Rhodes vs. Belhaven University

The Rhodes College volleyball team returned home with a dominant performance, sweeping Belhaven University in straight sets (25-21, 25-17, 25-22) on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. With the win, the Lynx evened their record at 6-6 on the season.

Key Performances

Caroline Short led the Rhodes attack with 10 kills, while Yzzi Dsamou added 7 and Maggie Lukemire contributed 5. Behind the service line, Luca Prest delivered 5 aces and Olivia Wiseman added 4, helping the Lynx control momentum. Defensively, Meg Gebhart anchored the back row with 15 digs, while Wiseman chipped in 13 and Prest tallied 7. At the net, Martha Greene registered 4 blocks, and Rachel Clarke added 3. Emma Clark paced the offense with 16 assists, while Prest distributed 13.

Game Highlights

The Lynx edged out a close first set 25-21 before pulling away in the second with a 25-17 win. In the third, Rhodes closed strong, hitting .286 as a team to secure the sweep with a 25-22 decision. Rhodes held the statistical edge across the board, posting 36 kills to Belhaven's 31 and a .245 hitting percentage compared to .113.

Up Next: Rhodes vs. Centre College

Rhodes begins conference play this weekend, traveling to Trinity University to take on Centre, Berry, and Trinity.