Box Score

The American University volleyball team was defeated by New Mexico Friday night, 3-0, in the team's second match at the University of Portland Classic.

New Mexico (4-0) earned the victory by set scores of 25-15, 26-24 and 26-24. The Lobos opened the first set by taking a 10-5 lead and later extended their advantage to 21-14. American (0-5) turned in a solid defensive performance, recording four blocks and forcing six errors, but could not keep pace offensively as New Mexico took the frame, 25-15.

After falling behind 7-1 to begin the second, American used a 5-0 run to even the score at nine. The Eagles battled back from a second deficit, 13-9, before taking their first lead of the set, 15-14. American held a 23-20 advantage late but could not hold on as the Lobos used a 4-0 run to steal the set, 26-24.

The two teams played evenly early in the third set, trading the lead back-and-forth. Tied at 13, the Lobos embarked on a 4-0 run to take a 17-13 edge. The Eagles charged back though to tie the score at 24 before New Mexico scored consecutive points to earn match point.

American was led on the offensive side of the net by Cassandra Ricketts and Magdalena Tekiel who each recorded 10 kills. Tekiel added three total blocks defensively as Ann Recht chipped in four total blocks and five kills. Rebecca Heath notched 15 digs and Krysta Cicala dished out 32 assists.

The Eagles will wrap-up play in the University of Portland Classic Saturday night against the host Portland Pilots. Match time is scheduled for 10 p.m., EST. Live video and stats are available for the match by clicking here.