Hokie ClubRALEIGH, N.C. — Virginia Tech volleyball pushed NC State through a competitive four-set match Friday night but ultimately fell, 3-1 (20-25, 25-21, 25-27, 16-25), at Reynolds Coliseum.
Virginia Tech battled to stay within reach throughout the opening set, with Reese Hazelton and Frances Torres providing offensive contributions. The Hokies totaled 10 kills in the frame but were unable to overcome NC State's early advantage, dropping the set 25-20.
The Hokies responded in the second set, opening with an aggressive serving and attacking effort. Virginia Tech built an early lead behind kills from Destiny Walker and Hazelton, along with service aces from Walker, Ivy Cooper and Camilla Brandalise. The Wolfpack worked to close the gap, but the Hokies maintained control down the stretch to even the match with a 25-21 win.
The third set featured a back-and-forth battle, with 10 tie scores and three lead changes. Virginia Tech recorded 14 kills in the frame, led by Hazelton and Walker, as the Hokies stayed within striking distance. The teams traded points late, but NC State edged out a 27-25 victory to take a 2-1 match lead.
Virginia Tech looked to stay within striking distance in the fourth set, but NC State used a 15-kill performance while hitting .270 to pull away. The Hokies were limited to five kills in the frame and were unable to mount a late rally, falling 25-16 as the Wolfpack closed out the match.
Up Next
The Hokies continue their road swing Sunday, Nov. 15, at Wake Forest. First serve is set for 1 p.m. on ACCNX.
Match Notes
- Reese Hazelton led Virginia Tech with 15 kills, hitting .278, and added seven digs.
- Destiny Walker recorded 11 kills and eight digs.
- Frances Torres contributed nine kills and 12 digs.
- Camilla Brandalise dished out 37 assists and added 12 digs.
- Ivy Cooper led the Hokies with 12 digs and added three assists and two service aces.
- The team totaled 41 kills and nine team blocks.
- Tech moved to 8-16 overall and 5-10 in ACC play.