WINCHESTER, Va. – The Susquehanna University women's volleyball team overcame an early setback to earn a 3-1 victory at Shenandoah University on Tuesday evening. After dropping the opening set, the River Hawks responded with three consecutive set wins, including a dominant third-set performance, to secure the non-conference victory.
How It Went Down
- Shenandoah established the early momentum in the opening set, using a productive offensive attack to take a 25-18 decision. Susquehanna recorded eight kills in the frame but struggled to find its rhythm, as the Hornets finished with 13 kills to claim the early advantage.
- The River Hawks responded in the second set, tightening up defensively and finding greater consistency at the net. Susquehanna limited Shenandoah to eight kills while forcing 10 attack errors, turning the tide of the match. With just two attack errors of its own, the River Hawks posted a .250 hitting percentage and evened the contest with a 25-19 set victory.
- Susquehanna carried that momentum into the third set, delivering its strongest offensive performance of the evening. The River Hawks totaled 14 kills while holding Shenandoah to just six, creating separation with a balanced attack and consistent pressure at the net. Susquehanna hit .256 in the frame, while the Hornets were held to a .000 hitting percentage. The 25-16 win gave the River Hawks a 2-1 lead and put them one set away from completing the comeback.
- In the fourth set, Susquehanna maintained its composure and continued to execute on both sides of the ball. The River Hawks recorded 13 kills and hit .242, matching their second-set total of 25 points to close out the match with another 25-19 victory. After surrendering the opening set, Susquehanna won the final three frames to finish the 3-1 road triumph.
Inside the Box Score
- Addison Dodge led all River Hawks with 16 kills, hitting an outstanding .500 while adding three block assists.
- Stella Robinson finished with 10 kills and a .321 hitting percentage, contributing a steady presence in the attack.
- Makenzie Cober added eight kills and three service aces, helping Susquehanna generate points from the service line.
- Lauren Halsey directed the offense with 31 assists while also recording 10 digs and two service aces for a double-double.
- Callie Wince anchored the back row with a match-high 16 digs.
- Camille Ince led Susquehanna with four service aces and contributed six kills and eight digs.
- Ella Lefelon chipped in three kills and two block assists.
- As a team, Susquehanna finished with 45 kills, 40 assists, eight service aces and 56 digs. The River Hawks hit .219 for the match while limiting Shenandoah to a .051 hitting percentage and forcing 31 attack errors. Susquehanna's offensive efficiency improved after the opening set, with the team committing just two attack errors in the second frame.
Up Next for the River Hawks
- Susquehanna returns to action as the River Hawks continue their 2026 season, looking to build on Tuesday night's comeback victory and carry their momentum into the next match.
