NEED TO KNOW:
Score: Salem 3, Meredith 0
Records: Meredith, 17-6 (8-5 USA South); Salem, 18-5 (9-3 USA South)
RALEIGH, N.C. - Meredith volleyball fell at home in straight sets to Salem on Tuesday at the Weatherspoon Athletic Center.
Salem controlled the match from the beginning, grabbing early advantages in all three sets to take home the victory.
This marks the second time that Salem has defeated the Avenging Angels in straight sets.
Even in the loss,
Caitlyn Russell had an outstanding match for Meredith, recording a team-high 14 kills on a fantastic .520 hitting percentage. The senior from Graham, North Carolina also added three block assists to contribute defensively.
Megan Murray was the leader in digs, with 19 in just three sets.
Two Avenging Angels totaled double digits in assists, led by
Scarlet Griffin with 15 while
Kaiden Hawkins tacked on 12.
Up next, Meredith will have another tough test, taking on Southern Virginia on the road this Saturday, October 24 at 2 p.m.
STANDOUT PERFORMANCES:
- Russell delivered a season-best .520 hitting percentage to go with a match-high 14 kills.
