Bolivar, Mo. – The SBU women's volleyball team wrapped up its weekend homestand Saturday afternoon, falling to Truman State University in three sets inside the Meyer Sports Center. The Bulldogs took the match 25-21, 25-13, and 25-17, moving the Bearcats to 14-10 overall and 3-6 in GLVC play.
The Bearcats came out strong offensively in the opening set, recording 14 kills on a .379 hitting percentage. Despite the efficient start, Truman State narrowly took the first set 25-21 before pulling away in the next two to secure the sweep.
Gabriela Dupree led the Bearcat offense with seven kills, while Aubrie Fellmeth and Julia Marinesi each contributed six. Fellmeth finished with a .364 hitting percentage, while senior Hannah Jackson added five kills on an impressive .571 hitting percentage. Hanna Klein also provided a spark with four kills on five attempts, hitting .600.
Allie Hawk directed the offense with 16 assists, followed by Danika Mejico with 12. Defensively, Melissa Patel led the Bearcats with six digs, while Dupree and Kailey Sexton each recorded three block assists.
SBU will continue their final stretch beginning on the road next weekend against Maryville University on Friday at 6 p.m.
