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JPN W: Hitachi surprised Hisamitsu, Murphy’s 27 not enough for Ageo

by WoV
source: vleague.or.jp; Photo: flickr.com

Hitachi Rivale Ibaraki managed to beat the favorite team of Hisamitsu Spings in the sixth round of V-League and caused them their first loss in the season! Hitachi won in tie-break – 3-2 (25-17, 16-25, 22-25, 25-21, 15-11).

Mirei Sasaki (Hitachi)

Mirei Sasaki (Hitachi)

The winning team was led by Mirei Sasaki (18) and Lauren Paolini (15). Miyu Nagaoka’s performance (24 pts.) was not enough for the ex-leader in the standings.

Okayama Seagulls took advantage of Hisamitsu’s loss and settled on the leading position. They defeated Queensiss Toyota Auto Body in straight sets thanks to 16 points of Aiki Kawabata. Saki Takeda’s 13 were only a comfort for the losing team.

Kelly Murphy’s stunning performance with 27 points was not  enough for Ageo Medics for the triumph vs. NEC Red Rockets who won in tie-break. Red Rockets were led by Risa Shiragaki (23 points).

Denso Airybees noted their first victory of the season. They beat Toray Arrows in four sets. Mia Jerkov scored 23 for Airybees while Arisa Takada and Saori Kimura had 14 for Toray.

Regular Season / / 6th round

Game Date/Time Teams Set Result per set Stats Videos
  06. 12. 2014 14:00 Hisamitsu Springs VS Hitachi Rivale IBARAKI 2:3 17:25; 25:16; 25:22; 21:25; 11:15    
  06. 12. 2014 14:05 NEC Red Rockets VS Ageo Medics 3:2 25:15; 23:25; 18:25; 28:26; 15:13    
  06. 12. 2014 16:00 Queensiss Toyota Auto Body VS Okayama Seagulls 0:3 23:25; 20:25; 21:25    
  06. 12. 2014 16:05 Toray Arrows ( W ) VS Denso Airybees 1:3 21:25; 20:25; 25:22; 22:25    

 

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