Written by Aerial Whiting
The volleyball team played a Gulf South Conference game Thursday, Oct. 21, against rival team Arkansas Tech Golden Suns, losing 0-3. The Lady Bisons stand 13-10 overall and 6-2 in conference play.The same week, the Lady Bisons played three other games, each of which was non-conference. They beat Lyon College 3-0 on Oct. 19 and the University of Alabama in Huntsville 3-1 on Oct. 22. They lost to the University of North Alabama 1-3 on Oct. 23.The Golden Suns have handed the Lady Bisons their only two losses in the GSC. According to coach Keith Giboney, ATU proved a difficult team to play last Thursday. “Tech played us very tough, and we had an off night,” Giboney said. “[There were] too many mistakes and defensive struggles on our part.”Consistency is something Giboney said he would like to work on with the team. He also said the team is working on a quicker offensive scheme.The team’s chemistry and defense are some of the Lady Bisons’ greatest strengths, according to Giboney.”We are usually one of the best defensive teams in the GSC, and we are balanced,” Giboney said.To prepare for the GSC Tournament, Giboney said the Lady Bisons are focusing on their goals and striving each day to improve. He also said that he enjoys coaching the team. “They are a pleasure to coach and an extremely capable group of athletes,” Giboney said.Furthermore Giboney said he thinks the Lady Bisons’ season is going well.”We have had a tough schedule which I feel has challenged us,” Giboney said. “But we are a strong young team with a bright future.”
