AMHERST, N.Y. (9/5/22) – The Franklin Pierce University volleyball team wrapped up their trip to the Damen Volleyball Invitational with a bright and early matchup versus Pennsylvania Western University- Clarion, falling to the Golden Eagles in three sets by a final score of 3-0.

Through the two days of competition, the Ravens finish 1-2 through the tournament and move to 3-4 overall with the loss. Clarion's season remains unblemished with the win, moving to 7-0 overall following the win.  

The opening set was a back-and-forth affair early on, with Clarion managing only a three-point lead over the Ravens at 10-7. But the floodgates eventually opened for the Golden Eagles, who posted a 7-0 run midway through the frame to claim an 17-8 advantage. With the help of five service aces in the first set, Clarion coasted to a 25-12 opening victory.

The Ravens slipped slightly to begin the second frame, quickly finding themselves down 7-3. The Ravens found a way back into contention with four straight strikes, which was highlighted by senior Ingrid Lindstrom (Dudley, Mass.) and sophomore Hannah Hillis (San Clemente, Calif.). After establishing a close 15-14 lead over Clarion, the tables turned for Pierce as they fell victim to an 11-5 run by the Eagles, claiming the second set 25-20 for a 2-0 lead.

The third and final set was all Clarion, following nine unanswered points in the late stages to finalize the 3-0 victory over the Ravens.

Through the tournament, Ingrid Lindstrom compiled a team leading 23.5 points off of 16 kills, five solo blocks and five block assists, and was named to the Daemen All-Tournament Team for her efforts.

Volleyball has one last stop on their season opening road trip, with their next matchup coming this Saturday, September 10^th where they will face Dominican (N.Y.) at 1PM.