USU beats Weber State in straight sets to cap tournament

Curtis Lundstrom, sports senior writer

The Utah State volleyball team emerged victorious in the final match of the 2012 Utah State Invitational, defeating in-state rival Weber State in straight sets Saturday.

Senior Josselyn White had a match-high 11 kills to lead the Aggies, and the Wildcats were unable to overcome a strong defensive showing from the USU blockers. Utah State finished with 10.5 team blocks and held Weber State to a -.192 hitting percentage.

Seniors Elle Brainard and Josselyn White, as well as sophomore Ashlan Rogers were named to the all-tournament team after the Aggies finished second to the University of Utah with a 3-1 record.

The Aggies will travel to San Diego for the SDSU Aztec Invitational on Friday August 31st.

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A complete summary of the Utah State Invitational will appear in the Aug. 28 print edition of The Utah Statesman.