Mary Baldwin University fell to Southern Virginia University in straight sets Wednesday, losing 3-0 at the Physical Activity Center in Staunton.
The Knights took the first set 25-12, using an efficient offensive attack to gain an early advantage. Southern Virginia recorded 13 kills in the set, while the Fighting Squirrels finished with four.
Mary Baldwin looked to respond in the second set but fell 25-11 as the Knights continued to control the match. Southern Virginia recorded 11 kills in the set and maintained its defensive pressure to take a commanding 2-0 lead.
The Fighting Squirrels showed improvement in the third set, recording seven kills and 15 points, their highest total of the match. However, the Knights secured the set 25-15 to complete the sweep.
The Fighting Squirrels will hit the road for a tri-match Friday Oct. 30 to face Brevard College at 12:00 p.m. followed by Methodist University at 2:00 p.m.
