Lady Patriots Win Conference Opener over St. Edward's

The Lady Patriot Volleyball Team started Heartland Conference play off with a 3-1 victory over St. Edward's University on Thursday night in the Burg Center. DBU used a combined team effort to secure the victory and improved their overall record to 6-6, while starting conference play off at 1-0. St. Edward's fell to 3-8 and 0-1 with the loss.

DBU started the match off strong winning the first set 25-18, using 17 kills and a .325 hitting percentage to make a statement. The Hilltoppers answered in set two by taking advantage of eight DBU errors to win 25-22 and even up the match.

Set two and three saw the Lady Patriot regain their swagger and pound out 24 kills in the two sets to take the match. DBU won set three 25-17 and rolled over the Hilltoppers in set four, 25-15.

Freshman Kaylyn Frink led the way with 11 kills and 19 digs, while Senior Jessica Nix also had 11 kills. Junior Vickie Mundell dished out 37 assists, dug 13 balls, and had five kills, while Seniors Erin Black and Michele Villarreal each showed their defensive ability in the back row. Black finished with 20 digs, while Villarreal had 19.

DBU will be back in action on Saturday, September 20, when they welcome Texas A&M International to the Burg Center for a 2:00 match.

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