Posted: Jan 30, 2024

Men's Volleyball Earns a Sweep in Season Opener

Finger Lakes Community College

(1-0, 0-0)

SUNY Brockport

(0-1, 0-0)

Final

Finger Lakes Community College (1-0, 0-0)

SUNY Brockport (0-1, 0-0)

Game Leaders

Finger Lakes Community College

K: 2 Players (#4, #14) - 8

B: 2 Players (#3, #4) - 3

D: Bryce Nickson - 8

SA: Samuel Guardado - 3

SUNY Brockport

K: N/A

B: N/A

D: N/A

SA: N/A

Team Stats

Finger Lakes Community College

SUNY Brockport

Hitting %

.129

.000

Blocks

6.0

0.0

Digs

Aces

Full stats

BROCKPORT, N.Y. - The Finger Lakes Community College men's volleyball team kicked off their season with a win Tuesday night in a 3-0 sweep over the host SUNY Brockport Golden Eagles club team. First-year head coach Steven Verbridge commented on his team's performance, "It was a good first game for our team. We showed some nerves early on, but we were able to settle in and play our version of volleyball" Verbridge went on to add, "I thought we passed well and showed some glimpses on offense...Overall it was a good first match, now we are looking forward to the Monroe College Invite this weekend".

Against the Golden Eagles, sophomore Daniel Seymour (Bellmore, N.Y./John F. Kennedy) emerged as the standout player, delivering 6 kills on a .500 hitting percentage, alongside 2 block assists; good for 7 points. Classmates Ian Meeks (Victor, N.Y./Victor) and Nick Ferris (Canandaigua, N.Y./Canandaigua) bolstered the team's performance, each adding 8 kills. Meeks would go on to add 3 block assists, while Ferris boasted a .500 hitting percentage and a strong presence on defense with a block solo and block assist.

Sophomore Samuel Guardado (San Salvador, El Salvador/Josue Christian) netted 3 services aces in the game, while freshman Bryce Nickson (Penfield, N.Y./Penfield) added 5 kills and a block assist to his tally. Helping to set up the Lakers' offense was sophomore Bryce Ceravolo (Canandaigua, N.Y./Canandaigua) who piled up 28 assists on the night. Ceravolo added a service ace, 4 digs, a block solo, and 3 block assists to round out an impressive overall performance.

Shoring up the Lakers' defense were teammates Bryce Nickson and AJ DeBalso (Canandaigua, N.Y./Canandaigua) who finished with 8 and 6 digs, respectively. Now, the Lakers will look ahead to a 4-day road trip, starting in New Rochelle, N.Y. for the Monroe College Invitational and ending at Nassau Community College. The Lakers will play against some of the top teams in the country, including a NJCAA National Title game rematch against the Monroe College Mustangs on Saturday, February 3rd at 10:30 AM.

To check out the full schedule for this week, along with information about live stats and an event live stream, visit here.

"FLCC Lakers Narrowly Defeated in 85-81 Thriller Against Genesee"

In a closely contested battle, the Finger Lakes Community College (FLCC) Lakers men's basketball team fell just short against Genesee, with the game ending in an 85-81 loss. Despite a strong offensive performance, the Lakers were unable to clinch the victory in the game's final moments.

Jaquan Shears led the Lakers with an impressive 22 points, shooting 10-16 from the field, including 2 three-pointers. Shears' dynamic play was complemented by his contribution of 7 rebounds, 2 assists, and 4 steals, highlighting his all-around impact on the game.

Andrew Edwards-Ferrell provided solid support with 17 points and 9 rebounds, showcasing his presence in the paint with 2 blocks as well. His efficient 8-11 shooting was crucial for the Lakers' offensive efforts.

James Reaves Jr. added 13 points, including a three-pointer, and led the team with 5 assists. Reaves Jr.'s versatility was evident in his ability to contribute across multiple statistical categories.

Jace Brown and Slayde Huntley each contributed 10 points, with Huntley also hitting 2 three-pointers. Their scoring helped keep the Lakers competitive throughout the contest.

Off the bench, Bruce Wilder Jr. contributed 6 points and 3 rebounds, providing a spark with his energy and effort.

The Lakers shot 50.0% from the field and 27.3% from beyond the arc. Their free-throw shooting was solid at 70.0%, but it wasn't enough to overcome Genesee's scoring.

Despite committing 13 turnovers, the Lakers' defensive efforts, including 7 steals and 4 blocks, showcased their ability to disrupt Genesee's offensive flow. However, the team struggled with foul trouble, accumulating 17 personal fouls over the course of the game.

This loss was a hard-fought battle that highlighted the Lakers' resilience and competitive spirit. Moving forward, the team will look to build on their strong offensive performance while addressing areas of improvement, particularly in three-point shooting efficiency and managing foul trouble.