McNeese swept LSU New Orleans 3-0, using strong finishes in the first two sets and late Privateer errors to close out a tight third. The Privateers rallied to lead 17-16 in the final set and tied it at 23, but two attack errors ended their comeback.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: 25-18, 25-16, 25-23.
  • Gabbie Maldonado led McNeese with 10 kills; Sophia Tocmo had 19 digs.
  • Olivia Bartrina led LSU New Orleans with 9 kills; Vladana Ristic recorded 19 digs.
  • McNeese hit .343 in the second set, compared with .154 for the Privateers.
What's Next

LSU New Orleans travels to Hammond to face Southeastern on Tuesday, Nov. 3. McNeese has four matches left as it looks to hold its position in the conference tournament field.

Bottom Line

The Privateers pushed McNeese to the brink in the third set, but missed chances at the finish proved decisive.