HAMBURG, NY – For the second time this month, the Houghton Highlanders defeated the Hilbert Hawks, giving the Highlanders their second win in their past three games, 3-0.
 
Houghton limited their mistakes and attacked early and often, committing only 11 attack errors (.313 attack percentage) and four service errors, while racking up 32 kills and 10 aces.
 
The Highlanders rolled through the first two sets, limiting the Hawks to only 27 total points.  Hilbert found their footing in the third set, taking the game down to the wire, before the Highlanders pulled out a 25-22 win.
 
GAME VITALS
Score: Houghton – 3 | Hilbert – 0
Records: Houghton: 4-9 (1-1 Empire 8) | Hilbert: 3-10 (0-0 AMCC)
Scores: 25-16, 25-11, 25-22
Venue: Brad Hafner Recreation Center, Hilbert College | Attendance: 198

NOTABLE STATS
>> Haley Unverdorben collected 23 assists on the night, leaving her only four assists shy of 2,500 for her career.  She also added six kills.
 
>> Julie Immel posted a team-high eight kills, while Ella Smith served up seven aces.
 
COACH'S CORNER
"This win was special because not only did we come out with a balanced and highly effective attack but every player contributed.  It was a true team effort.
 
"We look forward to getting back on our court, and especially to celebrating our seniors this weekend." – Interim Head Coach Judy Fox
 
UP NEXT
The Highlanders return to the Nielsen Center on Friday for a conference matchup with cross-county rival Alfred University at 7:00 p.m.