Kurobe AquaFairies Toyama sweep NEC Red Rockets 3-0 as Osaka Marvelous survive a tie-break thriller.
In Friday's SV.League Women Matchweek 3, the Kurobe AquaFairies Toyama traveled to Kawasaki and delivered a stunning 3-0 sweep against the NEC Red Rockets, according to information published by volley.
The visiting Toyama squad dominated the match with a scoreline of 25-15, 27-25, and 26-24, improving their season record to 4-1 while dropping the powerhouse NEC side to 3-2.
Simultaneously in Osaka, the Osaka Marvelous outlasted Aranmare Akita Shonai in a thrilling five-set encounter, securing the victory in the final tie-break to match Toyama's impressive 4-1 standing.
SV.League Women Matchweek 3 Results
The opening game of Matchweek 3 showcased incredible defensive intensity in Kawasaki, where Toyama completely neutralized their opponents at the net.
The visiting team recorded a massive 13 blocks compared to just 5 for the NEC Red Rockets, which ultimately proved to be the decisive factor in the straight-sets victory.
Individual brilliance defined the match as Anastasia Lyashko anchored the defensive effort with an astonishing 6 blocks alone for the triumphant Toyama lineup.
Star Players Lead Toyama Victory
Offensively, Gong Xiangyu spearheaded the Toyama attack by contributing 16 total points, which included 14 kills and 2 crucial blocks.
Former NEC player Giovanna Day returned to haunt her old club by adding 13 points, while standout teammate Anastasia Lyashko chipped in with 10 points.
Despite the defeat, Sylvia Chinelo Nwakalor led the scoring for the NEC Red Rockets with 16 points, supported by Hirota Ai with 12 and Lee Dahyeon with 11.
Osaka Marvelous Win Five-Set Thriller
Over in Osaka, the home team engaged in an exhausting battle against Aranmare Akita Shonai, eventually prevailing 3-2 with set scores of 32-30, 20-25, 25-18, 24-26, and 15-11.
The decisive tie-break saw the hosts edge ahead by four points, propelled by a stellar performance from Hayashi Kotona who top-scored with 23 points.
Kotona accumulated 20 kills and 3 blocks, while teammates Glayce Vasconcelos and Hanna Orthmann added 15 and 14 points respectively to secure the win.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the SV.League Women match between Toyama and NEC Kawasaki?
The Kurobe AquaFairies Toyama defeated the NEC Red Rockets in straight sets 3-0 during Friday's SV.League Women Matchweek 3 game in Kawasaki.
What was the score of the Osaka Marvelous match against Aranmare Akita Shonai?
The Osaka Marvelous won a five-set tie-break thriller 3-2 against Aranmare Akita Shonai, with set scores of 32-30, 20-25, 25-18, 24-26, and 15-11.
Who were the top scorers for Toyama and Osaka in Matchweek 3?
Gong Xiangyu led Toyama with 16 points, while Hayashi Kotona top-scored for the Osaka Marvelous with 23 points during their respective victories.
