ATLANTA, Ga. (March 13, 2025) – The Atlanta Vibe (9-8) defeated the Grand Rapids Rise (7-9) on Thursday night on the road.
The offense was spread out to various outlets, as outside hitter Leah Edmond, opposite hitter Merritt Beason, and outside hitter Pia Timmer all recorded 13 kills each. All three also recorded double-doubles on the night, as Edmond, Beason and Timmer tallied 12, 13, and 15 digs respectively.
Atlanta’s back-row defense fought throughout the match, totaling 94 digs compared to the Rise’s 85 digs. Libero Morgan Hentz totaled 28 digs in four sets, posting a 7 dig per set average on the match, and continues to lead the league in total digs and digs per set. The Vibe’s front row tallied 14 blocks, the second highest total on the season in a four set match. Middle blocker Khori Louis led the team with a season-high 6 blocks.
The Vibe will come back to their home court to compete against the San Diego Mojo on Saturday, March 15th at 7 p.m. ET. Tickets for the next match and all remaining Vibe matches are available HERE!
Notes
- Atlanta defeats Grand Rapids on the road in a four-set match
- Outside hitter Leah Edmond, opposite hitter Merritt Beason, and outside hitter Pia Timmer all recorded 13 kills each
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Libero Morgan Hentz collected 28 digs in the match, her highest total in a four-set match this season
About the Atlanta Vibe
The Atlanta Vibe is one of eight teams competing in the Professional Volleyball Federation’s historic second season in 2025. As Atlanta’s professional women’s indoor volleyball team and the city’s second fully professional women’s sports team, the Vibe continues to build a legacy in women’s sports. For more information, visit atlantavibe.com.
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