Emory Volleyball Takes Two Matches At Washington & Lee Tournament

The No. 1-ranked Emory University volleyball team remained undefeated following a pair of victories on the first day of the Washington & Lee Tournament.  The Eagles raised their overall record to 7-0 following a 3-1 decision (25-22, 27-29, 25-12, 25-16) over Christopher Newport and a 3-0 triumph (25-20, 25-14, 25-15) against Southern Virginia.

Senior Alysse Meyer and sophomore Ali Wright led the way in the opener against CNU with nine and eight kills, respectively.  Sophomore setter Natalie Schonefeld dished out 32 assists while senior Vista Murphy keyed the defensive effort with 15 digs.

Freshman Breanah Bourque set the pace in the nightcap against Southern Virginia, racking up a team-high 11 terminations without making a miscue in 12 attack attempts.  Freshman Jessica McAlvany and junior Amelia McCall each contributed seven kills.  Schonefeld recorded 28 assists over two sets before freshman Emily Reiser directed the offense in the third game, totaling 12 assists.  Wright also turned in a dominant performance at the net with 5 ½ blocks.

Next up for the Eagles is a Saturday afternoon battle against No. 2-ranked Juniata College at 1:00 p.m. before closing out the tournament with a 3:30 bout against host Washington & Lee.