Houghton, N.Y. – The Elmira College women's volleyball team traveled to Houghton for a Friday evening conference match-up. The Soaring Eagles pushed back late in the match, putting together a strong performance in the third set, but the Highlanders took the win 3-0 (25-8, 25-12, 25-22).
LEADERS
Morgan Sica paced the Elmira offense with eight kills, while
Madalyn Devonshire and
Erin Bracken each added three and two kills, respectively.
Vicki Titus led the defensive effort with nine digs, with Bracken tallying three.
Zoie Karcz recorded 10 assists while
Gabby Lewis contributed two service aces.
PLAY-BY-PLAY
Houghton established an early advantage in the opening set, using a strong serving game. The Highlanders opened with two aces before EC got on the board with a kill from
Olivia Roccabruna. Sica added a kill of her own, while Bracken and Lewis also contributed offensively. However, Houghton continued to capitalize on its opportunities, closing out the first set, 25-8.
The Soaring Eagles looked to find their rhythm in the second set, with Bracken opening the scoring for Elmira with a service ace. Lewis followed with an ace of her own, helping EC keep pace early. Sica added kills while
Aimee Bridges and
Kathryn Stouffer recorded one each. Houghton continued to maintain control throughout the frame, taking the second set, 25-12.
Elmira delivered its strongest effort in the third set, battling the Highlanders through a competitive opening stretch. Sica recorded multiple kills, while Lewis, Devonshire, Bracken, and Bridges each contributed to the offensive attack. The Soaring Eagles kept the pressure on as the set continued, with kills from Sica and Devonshire helping EC stay within striking distance. Trailing 24-19 late, Elmira fought to extend the match, scoring three consecutive points to cut the deficit to 24-22. The Highlanders ultimately answered with the final point to claim the win, 25-22.
UP NEXT
Elmira turns around to host Alfred University tomorrow inside Speidel Gymnasium. Game time is slotted for 2:00 PM.
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