Newburgh, NY - The University of Mount Saint Vincent fell to Mount Saint Mary College in straight sets in a Skyline Conference matchup by scores of 25-20, 25-17 and 25-18.
Sophomore Anna Nolasco once again was the engine behind the Dolphins offense with nine kills to go along with 12 digs. Freshman Evelyn Starns contributed eight kills, three service aces and 11 digs, and senior Alysa Padgett added three kills and a service ace.
Sopohmore Stephanie Rodriguez paced the team with 14 assists, while senior Jessica Broderick recorded a team-high 12 digs, a number that matched Nolasco
UMSV came out strong in the opening set, recording 13 kills and keeping the score close before the Knights pulled away for a 25-20 win. The Dolphins were unable to overcome the Knights in the second and third sets, despite continuing to battle defensively.
UMSV finished with 26 kills and six service aces, while the Dolphins and Knights each recorded 54 digs.
The Dolphins move to 4-10 overall and 1-2 in conference play. They'll look to get back in the Skyline win column on Tuesday back at home against Farmingdale.Â
