Box Score Staunton, VA - Roanoke College defeated Mary Baldwin 3-0 (25-13,
25-18, 25-13) this evening in a non-conference volleyball
matchup.
In the first set, Roanoke started strong with a 5-1 lead before
the teams began exchanging points. Roanoke steadily built their
lead to 15-7 then went on a six point run to take a decisive 21-7
lead. The teams then traded points before the Fighting Squirrels
went on a three point run to come back to 24-13. The visitors
then sealed the win and took the first set 25-13.
The second set started close as the two teams were tied 10-10
before Roanoke moved ahead 15-10 behind consistent serving from
Shannon Stone. Mary Baldwin then fought back to within two
(15-17). Roanoke's more consistent play helped them pull out
the match in the end.
The final set also started close as Roanoke carried a slight
advantage 12-10 halfway through the set. The Maroons then
pulled ahead as the Fighting Squirrels struggled to find offense
and swept MBC for the second time this season.
Kharla Bethea finished the eveing with a season-high 10 kills
while Paige Babb added 24 assists. LaToya Diggs and Kayla Wheeler
each finished with 12 digs.
Roanoke improves their record to 9-7 while Mary Baldwin falls to
0-11.