Rocky Mount, NC - In a crucial USA South  matchup, the NC Wesleyan volleyball team faced off against Methodist in a thrilling four-set contest on Wednesday night. The Bishops got off to a hot start, winning the first set with a score of 25-19. However, they couldn't maintain their momentum, ultimately falling to Methodist in the subsequent sets. 

The Basics

Score: North Carolina Wesleyan 1, Methodist 3
Location/Venue: Rocky Mount, NC / Everett Gymnasium
Records: North Carolina Wesleyan (7-22, 4-13 USA South), Methodist (16-8, 11-6 USA South)

First Set: The Bishops came out of the gates strong in the first set, executing tremendously on the front line. The Lady Bishops won the set convincingly with a score of 25-19, setting the tone for an exciting match. 

Subsequent Sets: Despite a promising start, the Bishops couldn't maintain their momentum in the following sets. Methodist rallied and found their groove, taking the next three sets to secure the victory. 

Key Performances:

• Sloan Martin was a standout player for the Bishops, leading the team with an impressive total of eleven kills. In her last home game, Martin also recorded am ace.
• Freshman Aajah Vasquez made her presence felt on the defensive end with a team-high of five blocks, showcasing her ability to defend the front line tremendously well. Furthermore, Vasquez would also have an ace for the Bishops.

Up Next: 

• The volleyball program will be back in action on Saturday as they travel to Pfeiffer for the final game of the regular season.