PRESCOTT, Ariz. – The Embry-Riddle
women's volleyball team battled throughout the evening but fell to Benedictine Mesa in three sets, 25-14, 25-19, 25-18, Friday night inside Eagle Gym.
Embry-Riddle was led offensively by Anela Chew, who recorded a team-high nine kills, while Alexsandra Rodriguez added six kills and two total blocks. Abbylynn Farrell provided a spark off the bench with five kills, and Brooke Eglinton chipped in three kills while hitting .273.
The Eagles' defense kept rallies alive throughout the match, led by libero Sydney Sniffen, who posted a match-high 22 digs. Annette Tapia distributed 12 assists and added six digs, while Alice Tuci contributed 10 assists and two digs.
Benedictine Mesa established control early in the opening set, using nine kills and a .188 attack percentage to earn a 25-14 victory. Embry-Riddle struggled to find an offensive rhythm, hitting just .031 in the frame.
The second set proved to be the most competitive of the night. The teams combined for seven tie scores and five lead changes as the Eagles remained within striking distance. Embry-Riddle improved its attack percentage to .225 behind 12 kills, but the Redhawks answered with 16 kills and a .317 clip to secure a 25-19 win and take a two-set advantage.
In the third set, Benedictine Mesa used balanced offense and steady serving to maintain momentum. The Eagles fought to stay close behind kills from Chew, Rodriguez, and Farrell, but the visitors closed out the match with a 25-18 victory.
The Eagles will look to bounce back in their next conference match up as they continue GSAC play tomorrow at Ottawa.
