The Adrian College Volleyball team opened MIAA Conference play against nationally ranked Calvin College. The Bulldogs were able to gain the quick advantage on the ninth ranked Knights in the first set. Leading early by three points, the bulldogs lost their grip on the lead as Calvin rallied at 6-6 and held on to win the first set. Adrian was unable to regain their first set momentum and fell in straight set 3-0 (25-19, 25-10, 25-12).

Senior Rebecca Tincknell led the team with eight kills while adding two blocks. Sophomore Stephanie Holloman led the team with a .300 hitting percentage while contributing five kills, two digs and two blocks. Roxanne Duran, a junior, led the team with seven digs and dropped in a kill and an ace. Junior Joanna Slisinger led the team with 11 assist and sophomore Kristy DeClercq added seven.

"Tonight was a tough conference opener, but our team came out strong," Coach Elisa Joris said. "We did some good things in the match. We still have some work to put in, but every day we continue to get a little better."

Adrian will travel to MIAA opponent Kalamazoo on Friday, September 10.