JACKSONVILLE, FL --The Jacksonville volleyball team could not out-play an opposing Lions offense Saturday at home, falling to North Alabama in three sets (21-25, 24-26, 14-25).

The Dolphins attack was paced by Breanna McDonough, who finished with 15 kills on the day, and by Madison Clark, who had 10 while hitting .389. Jacksonville got 8 digs from Emily Hodsdon to lead them defensively.

How It Happened

SET 1 | The Dolphins found themselves in an early deficit, dropping the first set 25-21. North Alabama never gave up the lead in a set that was knotted up five times before the Lions took control.

SET 2 | Jacksonville then lost the second set 26-24 to fall behind in the match two sets to none. The Dolphins fell in a back-and-forth set, losing in a set that featured three lead changes and was tied 10 times. Neither team led by more than three points along the way.

SET 3 | North Alabama finished the sweep with a set-three win. The Dolphins fell behind on the first point and fought from behind the rest of the way before losing the set 25-14.

Game Notes

- Sofia Rampazzo had a team-high one ace in the loss.
- Breanna McDonough had a match-high 15 kills for Jacksonville.
- Jacksonville got a match-high eight digs from Emily Hodsdon.
- Jacksonville attackers were helped by a team-high 29 assists from Emily Hodsdon.

Up Next
Jacksonville Volleyball is back in action tomorrow night as the Dolphins face off against local rival North Florida on the road. The match is set to begin at 6:00 P.M.