FULLERTON, Calif. – The Embry-Riddle women's volleyball team continued conference play on Saturday afternoon, falling to Hope International in straight sets (25-16, 25-21, 25-18) at Darling Pavilion.
Embry-Riddle totaled 32 kills and hit .170 as a team while battling a Hope International squad that entered the contest playing strong volleyball on its home floor.
After dropping the opening set, the Eagles responded with one of their best stretches of the match in the second frame. Embry-Riddle recorded 13 kills and attacked at a .276 clip, staying within striking distance throughout a set that featured multiple lead changes. The Eagles continued to pressure the Royals late but were unable to overcome a small deficit as Hope International claimed the set, 25-21.
The Eagles continued to compete in the third, with several key attacking runs keeping the match close. However, Hope International used a late surge to secure the final set and complete the sweep.
Offensively, Anela Chew paced Embry-Riddle with 11 kills while hitting .310 and adding six digs. Brooke Eglinton provided an efficient performance at the net, finishing with nine kills on a .368 hitting percentage. The Eagles received strong distribution from Alice Tuci, who recorded 25 assists, eight digs, and an ace while guiding the attack.
Defensively, Sydney Sniffen led the back row with 14 digs, helping the Eagles extend rallies throughout the afternoon. Ronni Lyons added eight digs, while Chew contributed six. Embry-Riddle finished with 42 digs as a team and continued to battle point-for-point against the Royals during several lengthy rallies.
Embry-Riddle will look to regroup as they take on La Sierra tomorrow in Riverside, Calif.
