FULTON, Mo. — William Woods (2-13, 1-12) fell to Baker (19-5, 9-4) 3-0 (25-16, 25-8, 25-23) Friday night at Anderson Arena on Dig for a Cure Night.
The Owls battled in the third set, taking a 22-21 lead after trailing 21-19. Baker regained the lead and reached match point at 24-22 before a kill by Lennon Adams brought William Woods within one. The Wildcats closed out the set 25-23 to secure the match.
Roberta Carlos de Silva led the Owls with seven kills and seven digs, adding three block assists. Karis Hearne recorded five kills, while Adams and Isabella Ruther each finished with four. Ruther also recorded a solo block.
Ryleigh Sander tallied nine assists, while Ashley Contreras added eight. William Woods finished with 23 kills and five total blocks.
The Owls are back in action on Saturday against nationally-ranked Benedictine. First serve is set for 11 a.m.
