Raleigh, NC--Peace College lost tonight in a 3-game heartbreaker to the Avenging Angels of Meredith College (32-34, 29-31, 27-30). Only a 3-point differential separated the opponents in each of the games in front of a loud and supportive crowd. Throughout the match the Pacers dug themselves in and out of holes. The squad never lost faith and came close multiple times within the match to coming back for a win. Unfortunately, Meredith took the win in 3.

Both teams finished this defensive match with over 100 digs. For the Pacers, sophomore outside Megan Melchiorre led with 23. Junior outside Nicole Corn and senior libero Stephanie Sports followed suit with 19 and 17, respectively. First-year middle Kerra Gore added 9 blocks for the night.

Peace made a solid effort at the net with Corn and Gore leading the Pacers with 9 kills apiece. First-year Kelli Woodard added 6 from the outside. Senior setters Erin Pike and Bridget Corbitt created offensive opportunities for their team and finished with 19 and 13 assists, respectively, in the loss.

The Pacers turn right around and host Guilford College Thursday night at the Hermann Student Center. Match begins at 6:30pm. The team, coaches, and fans celebrate the seniors in this final home match of the season. See you on the sidelines!