SMITHFIELD, R.I. - Women's volleyball fell in straight-sets on Friday to NEC opponent Bryant at the Chace Athletic Center.

Inside the Box Score

• Graduate student Alix Christie led the Knights recording six kills and two blocks for 7.5 points. With 5.5 points and a .300 clip, senior Brooke Stevens contributed three kills and four blocks towards the Knights cause.

• Freshman Hannah Schmidt anchored the Knights with 16 assists while senior Allegra Rivas led FDU's defense with 18 digs. 

How it Happened

• Bryant held command in the first set, taking off on a seven-point run. Sustaining the momentum, the Bulldogs topped the Knights 25-15.

• FDU came out with a pair of blocks to kick off a tight second set. With the score knotted at 17, the Bulldogs went on a 5-1 run to take the set 25-19.

• Set three began in another tight battle till a series of kills by Christie jolted the Knights into the lead. The teams traded points to 22, but a final block by the Bulldogs defeated FDU 25-22. 

From Coach France
"This match was decided by who could convert digs into points. Bryant did a better job tonight by getting more chances and aces. We played with great effort and like our chances as we face Merrimack tomorrow."

Next Up

The Knights have a quick turnaround as they travel to North Andover, Mass. to take on Merrimack at 5 p.m. on Saturday.