PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. – The Monroe University women's volleyball team fell in a 3-0 decision to Pace University on Wednesday night. The Setters took the match by scores of 25-23, 25-16 and 25-15, moving Monroe to 13-9 on the season.
HOW IT HAPPENED
Monroe battled Pace throughout the opening set, trading points in a competitive frame. The Mustangs stayed within striking distance late, tying the score at 23-23 before the Setters secured the final two points to take the set, 25-23.
Pace carried its momentum into the second set, building an early advantage and maintaining control. Monroe recorded nine kills in the frame but struggled to find consistency offensively as the Setters pulled away for a 25-16 victory and a 2-0 match lead.
The Mustangs looked to respond in the third set, but Pace gradually created separation and closed out the match with a 25-15 win.
MUSTANG STANDOUTS
STATS & NOTES
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Monroe finished with 30 kills on 106 attacks, hitting .151 as a team.
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Pace recorded 44 kills on 112 attacks and hit .295.
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The Mustangs totaled 47 digs and four service aces.
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Both teams finished with seven total blocks.
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Monroe fell to 13-9, while Pace improved to 10-10.
UP NEXT
The Mustangs return to action on Saturday, October 31, when they travel to face Felician. Game-time is set for 1:00 p.m.
