WILLIAMSTOWN, MASS. — The Williams College volleyball team celebrated Senior Night Friday evening, honoring seniors
Tatum Baker,
Keely Campuzano, and
Morgan Daetz before taking on Hamilton in Chandler Gymnasium.
The Ephs battled throughout the night but ultimately fell to the Continentals, 3-0, by scores of 25-18, 25-18, and 25-12. With the loss, Williams moves to 10-5 overall and 3-2 in conference play.
The Ephs came out strong in the opening set, trading points with Hamilton early before the Continentals began to create separation. Williams continued to battle in the second set, staying within striking distance throughout the frame before Hamilton closed out the 25-18 victory.
Facing a 2-0 deficit, the Ephs continued to fight in the third set, but Hamilton's offense proved difficult to slow down as the Continentals pulled away late to secure the sweep.
Kate Lane and
Adalena Rodgers led the Ephs offensively with eight kills apiece, while Campuzano added five kills.
Lilly Carstens paced the Williams offense with 16 assists, while Daetz contributed 11 assists in her final regular-season home match.
Eve Kaplan led the Ephs defensively with 10 digs, while Carstens added nine and Rodgers contributed seven. Campuzano added two blocks as Williams finished with six total blocks.
The Ephs now turn their attention to Saturday's NESCAC matchup with Middlebury, with first serve set for 2:00 p.m. in Chandler Gymnasium.