MEMPHIS, TN. – Christian Brothers University volleyball fell to Valdosta State in straight sets Thursday night at Canale Arena, dropping the Gulf South Conference matchup 25-17, 25-18, 25-20.

The Buccaneers finished with 29 kills and hit .174 while holding a 7-1 advantage in total blocks. CBU played its closest set in the third, which featured eight ties and four lead changes before Valdosta State pulled away late.

Sarah Helms led the CBU attack with seven kills while hitting .313, while Alana Martinez added six kills. Alma Solis was efficient at the net, finishing with four kills on nine attempts without an attack error for a .444 hitting percentage, along with three total blocks.

Sophia Nowacki led the defensive effort with 13 digs, while Carleiny Morillo recorded a team-high 16 assists.