Skidmore claims opener before William Smith rallies to win in four

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – The Skidmore College women’s volleyball team took the opening set before William Smith rallied for a 3-1 (25-22, 23-25, 20-25, 18-25) Liberty League victory Friday evening at Williamson Sports Center. The Thoroughbreds moved to 10-10 overall and 1-4 in conference play, while the Herons improved to 14-4 and 5-1. Chloe Heitman led Skidmore with 12 kills, two service aces and eight digs. Natalie Pedersen added 10 kills and a match-high five aces, while Madison Manning contributed seven kills on .211 hitting and two aces. Catriona Hoelperl distributed 35 assists to go along with eight digs and…