Eagles Fall 3-1 to Virginia Tech in Hard-Fought ACC Match
BLACKSBURG, VA – The Boston college Eagles dropped a 3-1 decision to the Virginia Tech Hokies in an ACC volleyball matchup on Wednesday night. Despite strong offensive performances from Audrey Ross and Danica Rach, the Eagles were unable to overcome a resilient Virginia Tech team.
The match was a back-and-forth affair, showcasing both teams’ strengths. Boston College took the first set in a tight 30-28 battle, but Virginia Tech responded by winning the next three sets 25-14, 28-26, and 25-23.The loss brings Boston College’s record to [insert record here], while Virginia Tech improves to [insert record here].
The Eagles started strong in the second set with a 5-1 run, extending their led to 10-5 after another 5-1 run that forced a Virginia Tech timeout. BC continued to dominate,building a 20-9 advantage before closing out the set 25-14.
The third set proved to be a turning point, with both teams trading points until Virginia Tech edged ahead 24-23, forcing a boston College timeout. The Hokies ultimately prevailed 28-26. The fourth set was equally competitive,with the score tied at 20,21,and 22 before Virginia Tech secured the 25-23 victory.
Audrey Ross led the Eagles with a season-high 22 kills and over 24 points. Danica Rach recorded a career-high 15 kills, adding 11 digs and over 17 points. Sophomore Lucy Mott posted a new career-high with 48 assists, while freshman Bella Ehrlich contributed 9 kills and 9 blocks, including one solo block, for 15 points. Senior Anna Herrington added 8 kills and 3 blocks, including one solo.
Boston College recorded 14 team blocks,doubling Virginia Tech’s total. The Eagles will look to rebound in their next match against [next opponent] on [date].
