Folsom Lake Struggles at Solano College Tri

Fairfield - The Folsom Lake College Falcons faced a tough start to their campaign at the Solano College Tri on August 28, 2024, enduring two straight-set losses against Sequoias and Solano. With a 0-3 record, the Falcons are looking to regroup as they move forward in their non-conference schedule.

In their first match of the day against Sequoias, Folsom Lake struggled to find their rhythm, falling 3-0. Sequoias showcased a dominant performance, winning the sets 25-18, 25-11, and 25-16. The Falcons were unable to counter Sequoias' effective serving and balanced attack. Key contributors for Sequoias included Vianka Martinez, who led with 11 kills and a .444 hitting percentage, and Mariainez Lopez, who provided solid defense.

The second match of the day saw Folsom Lake facing the host team, Solano College. Once again, the Falcons were unable to secure a set, falling 3-0. Solano controlled the match with set scores of 25-13, 25-22, and 25-15. Despite a stronger showing in the second set, Folsom Lake couldn't overcome Solano's powerful offensive and defensive play. Solano's Jada Cuffie and Aliyah Aguiar were standout performers, with Cuffie contributing 8 kills and a .500 hitting percentage, and Aguiar adding 5 kills and 6 points.

Folsom Lake's struggles were evident in their offensive statistics, with the team hitting negative percentages in both matches. Jenae Moore and Kimora McKechnie provided some bright spots, leading the Falcons in kills and attempts, but the overall team performance fell short.