Wesleyan netters cruise to 3-0 sweep of Salem College

Rocky Mount, NC - The Battling Bishop volleyball squad took a brief break from USA South play on Wednesday night when Wesleyan hosted the Spirits of Salem College. Riding a three-game winning streak, there was no let-down by head coach Robin Pietryk's squad as the Bishops cruised to a 3-0 sweep. Set scores were 25-14, 25-14, and 25-19. Sophomore Alyssa Balzano (pictured) recorded three blocks and a .500 hitting percentage to lead all players.  The Bishops improve to 14-6 with the win, while Salem drops to 4-12 on the season.

Other leaders for the Bishops included Brittany Insley with a game-high nine kills and Mackenzie Tingle with 24 assists. Tingle also turned in four service aces, while freshman Brooke Davis added five of her own. Sophomore libero Kelly George had 10 digs defensively.

For Salem, Katie Lineberger notched a team-high seven kills, and Sarah Maher dished out nine assists.  The Spirits recorded a -.100 hitting percentage over the three sets, which essentially put the match out of reach.

Wesleyan will hosts a USA South Play Day on Saturday in Everett Gymnasium.  The Bishops will face Shenandoah University at noon, while the Hornets will take on Peace College at 2:00.  Wesleyan will then wrap up the day with a 4:00 match-up with the Pacers. 

Saturday will also serve as the Bishops' 2008 Parent's Day.