NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. –The Monroe University women's volleyball team delivered a convincing performance on Wednesday afternoon, sweeping Post University, 3-0 (25-15, 25-12, 25-21). The victory moves the Mustangs to 15-9 overall on the season.
HOW IT HAPPENED
Monroe set the tone early, jumping out to a 7-3 advantage in the opening set. The Mustangs continued to build their lead behind a balanced offensive attack, using a strong stretch midway through the frame to pull away. With Alisha Pereira and Liliana Barbierikova providing key kills, Monroe extended its advantage to 20-9 before closing out the set, 25-15.
The Mustangs carried that momentum into the second set, opening with a 5-0 run. Monroe maintained control throughout, with Adriana Garcia and Milani Washington contributing offensively. The Mustangs pushed the lead to 16-5 and continued to create separation before securing the 25-12 set victory and taking a commanding 2-0 match lead.
Post made its strongest push in the third set, but Monroe responded after the visitors narrowed the margin. The Mustangs held a 15-8 advantage before Post rallied to tie the set at 21-21. Monroe answered with four consecutive points to finish the match, capped by a Rodriguez-Wells kill and a service ace from Garcia for the 25-21 win.
MUSTANG STANDOUTS
STATS & NOTES
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Monroe finished with 48 kills and a .319 hitting percentage, compared to 16 kills and a .051 mark for Post.
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The Mustangs recorded seven service aces and 6.5 total blocks.
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Monroe's 55 digs were led by Vazquez's 29.
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The victory improves Monroe's overall record to 15-9.
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The sweep is the Mustang's seventh of the season.
UP NEXT
The Mustangs conclude the season on Saturday, November 7, when they host Caldwell. Game-time is set for 2:00 p.m.
