Mary Baldwin University's volleyball team faced a challenging Wednesday doubleheader against N.C. Wesleyan in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, falling in both matches by a 3-0 score.
In the opening match, N.C. Wesleyan claimed set victories of 25-22, 25-15 and 25-17. The Fighting Squirrels battled throughout the first set, staying within striking distance before N.C. Wesleyan pulled away. Mary Baldwin was led offensively by junior Morgan Flaherty, who recorded six kills, while senior Delaney Bolbach added five kills. Senior Sabrina Birts provided a strong defensive presence at the net, finishing with five solo blocks. Senior Alexa Ammerman led the defensive effort with 20 digs.
The teams met again later, with the Battling Bishops earning another 3-0 victory, taking the sets 25-23, 25-23 and 25-20. Mary Baldwin showed improvement in the second matchup, keeping the first two sets close and pushing the Battling Bishops throughout the contest. Freshman Victoria Harrison led the Fighting Squirrels with 10 points, including six service aces.
Mary Baldwin will now turn its attention to its final match of the season, returning home to host Salem College on Saturday, Nov. 7, at 12 p.m.Â
