Box Score

CHARLESTON, S.C. - The Citadel volleyball team opened up conference play with a 3-1 win over UNCG.

How it Happened

• The Bulldogs got off to an early 7-2 lead in the first set of the match up and would go on to finish off the Spartans by a final score of 25-17. Sarah Dobrich ended the match hitting .562 after tallying 10 kills on 16 hits. 
• UNCG would battle back and take set two by a score of 25-18. The Bulldogs went on to take sets three and four.
• Sharlissa De Jesus notched another double-double with 11 kills, 13 digs and three solo blocks. Freshman Maya Elassal recorded a new career high with three service aces. Megan Fuhr aided in the offense by tallying 32 assists to go along with 13 digs. Mellanie King recorded a team-high 14 kills on the night. 
• On the defensive side of the ball, the Bulldogs recorded a season high ten blocks.
• The Citadel held UNCG to .102 in hitting percentage through four sets.

Coach Zelenock on the Result
"We are happy to get our first conference win under our belt. The atmosphere was really good and we fed off the energy. We have a quick turn around and will now look forward to Western Carolina tomorrow."

Up Next
The Bulldogs will host Western Carolina tomorrow at 2 p.m. at McAlister Field House. For more information, visit CitadelSports.com and follow @CitadelVB on Twitter