NEWBURGH, N.Y. – The Mount Saint Mary College women's volleyball team swept St. Joseph's University Long Island 3-0 on Wednesday night, earning its first win over the Golden Eagles since 2018 and snapping a nine-match losing streak in the series.
The Basics
Score: Mount Saint Mary College 3, St. Joseph's Long Island 0
Set Scores: 25-7, 25-18, 25-23
Records: Mount Saint Mary College (10-5, 3-1 Skyline) | St. Joseph's Long Island (9-6, 2-2 Skyline)
Rapid Recap
Mount Saint Mary set the tone early, racing out to a dominant first-set victory. The Knights built an early lead behind a strong serving and attacking effort before closing out the frame 25-7. Julianna Simone led the offense with four kills in the opening set, while Emily Baron and Kaitlin Dillon each contributed three kills.
The Knights carried their momentum into the second set, using another balanced offensive effort to maintain the advantage. After the teams traded points early, Mount Saint Mary created separation and finished the set with a 25-18 win. Sienna Pollock recorded four kills in the frame, while Simone and Baron added key contributions as the Knights moved within one set of the sweep.
St. Joseph's Long Island made a push in the third set, keeping the score close throughout. The teams were tied at 18-18 before the Knights came through late, with Simone and Baron delivering important kills down the stretch. Mount Saint Mary closed out the 25-23 victory to complete the sweep and secure a historic win over the Golden Eagles. The Knights finished with 33 kills and a .224 hitting percentage, while Sofia Fredericks recorded 30 assists and helped guide the offense throughout the match.
Notes and Numbers
- Julianna Simone: 11 kills, 11 digs, 1 ace
- Sienna Pollock: 7 kills, 14 digs, 2 aces
- Nicolette Pirro: 7 kills, 8 digs
- Emily Baron: 7 kills, 5 digs, 2 aces
- Kaitlin Dillon: 7 kills, 3 digs
- Sofia Fredericks: 30 assists, 7 digs, 2 aces
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