Troy, NY - The Delhi Volleyball team took on Russell Sage for their first away game of the season, falling in four sets.
BASICS
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Final Score
Delhi 1, Russell Sage 3 (20-25, 15-25, 25-5, 15-25)
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Records: SUNY Delhi (1-2, 0-0 NAC) Russell Sage (3-1, 0-0 NECC)
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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The Broncos matched the Gators point-for-point in the first set. With the score tied at 17-17, Russell Sage pulled away to take it 25-20.
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After finding themselves down early 10-3 in the second set, Delhi could not stage a comeback and eventually dropped it 25-15.
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They found a new rhythm in the third set, winning the first five points thanks to junior Jaiden Venute's (Flushing, NY) serve. This strong start propelled them to an 11-4 lead and eventually led to the Broncos taking the set 25-20.
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Freshman Madelyn Diep's (Baldwinsville, NY) three kills helped them secure set four, with four more teammates contributing one kill each.
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However, the Gators regained momentum and took the final set 25-15.
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Diep ended the match with a team-high eight kills and 15 digs, while freshman teammate Finley Benn (Cleveland, OH) was second with five kills.
UP NEXT FOR THE BRONCOS
The Delhi Volleyball team stays on the road for their next contest, facing Ramapo College on Thursday, September 7th at 7:00 PM.
