MILLIGAN COLLEGE, Tenn. (Oct. 11, 2019) – The Truett McConnell University women's volleyball team traveled to Appalachian Athletic Conference opponent Milligan College on Friday evening and lost in three straight sets (25-18, 25-17, 25-21). The Lady Bears are now 12-14, 8-7 AAC on the year.
 
The first game saw the Buffaloes gain the lead from the start, which allowed Milligan to record a 5-0 run to get out front enough to maintain a strong lead all the way through. A Ranavia Neal kill sparked a 5-0 by the Lady Bears, which brought TMU within seven (15-22), but Milligan did not let up. Milligan continued to remain on top in the second set, featuring a 7-0 run that held the Lady Bears behind by double digits. TMU tried to bounce back with a 7-1 run towards the end, but it proved not enough as Milligan only needed three points to win game two.
 
The third and final set was much like the first two with the home team in the lead. The Buffs went on another 7-0 run to again lead by double-digits but the Lady Bears responded with a 9-1 run to come in from behind by two (20-22). Nonetheless, Milligan sealed the sweep in the end.
 
Junior Hannah Lee had a stellar defensive night with 25 digs, the most of any player on the court tonight. Sophomore Bethany Ross followed with 10 digs and nine kills. Neal added seven kills while Abby Maxwell added 25 assists and six digs.
 
The Lady Bears have a quick turnaround as they are set to face Montreat College on Saturday, Oct. 12, at 11:00 a.m.