ALFRED, N.Y. – The Houghton Highlanders could not avenge an earlier loss to the Alfred State Pioneers, falling in straight sets on Wednesday night.
 
The Pioneers (#3 USCAA) capitalized on a series of Houghton errors and some excellent offensive play, holding advantages in nearly every statistical category.

Game Vitals
Score: Houghton – 0 | Alfred State – 3 (16-25, 20-25, 15-25)
Records: Houghton: 12-12 | Alfred State: 22-4
Venue: Orvis Activities Center, Alfred, NY | Attendance: 238

Key Stats
>> Houghton managed only 17 digs over the course of the match, while Alfred State collected 46.
>> The Pioneers took advantage of 14 service aces and a .290 attack percentage.
>> Erica Barney picked up seven kills and three digs for the Highlanders.

Next Time Out
Houghton closes out their season at home this weekend, hosting their own tournament at the Nielsen Center.  Highlander game times are as follows:
 
Friday:
4:00 p.m. vs. Hiram College
8:00 p.m. vs. Keuka College

Saturday:
11:00 a.m vs. SUNY Cortland
3:00 p.m. vs. Marywood University