ATLANTA, Ga. – The Atlanta Vibe (3-2) defeated the Vegas Thrill (3-2) Thursday night at Gas South Arena. This is the Vibe’s sixth win over the Thrill in franchise history, having never lost to the Thrill.
Finishing off their three-game home match stretch, the Vibe end their time in Atlanta with a win.
Atlanta’s defense pressed throughout the match, finishing with 15 total blocks as a team. Outside hitter Leah Edmond led the team with five blocks, while outside hitter Taylor Head came in to put up three.
On the floor, three players tallied double-digit kills – opposite hitter Anna Dixon totaled 12, while Edmond and Head put up 12 kills each. The Vibe ended with a .264 hitting efficiency as a team.
Setter Mia Tuaniga had her first professional career start against the Thrill, posting up 43, averaging 10.75 assists per set.
The Offensive Player of the Match sponsored by Morgan & Morgan was earned by Taylor Head on Thursday night.
The Vibe will head out on a two-match road trip to face the San Diego Mojo and the Vegas Thrill, and then return home to host the Orlando Valkyries on Thursday, February 6th at 7:00 pm ET.
Notes
- Atlanta beats Vegas in four-set match, beating the Thrill for the second time this season
- Outside hitter Leah Edmond and outside hitter Taylor Head both tallied 12 kills to lead Vibe’s offense
- Atlanta has yet to lose to Vegas in franchise history