Fairmont State swept Frostburg State 3-0 to close the regular season, overcoming late deficits in the first two sets before pulling away in the third. The Falcons finished 27-5 overall and 15-1 in the Mountain East Conference, and now turn to the conference tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Set scores: 25-22, 27-25, 25-15.
  • Fairmont State: 44 kills and a .205 hitting percentage; Frostburg State: 36 kills and .120.
  • Elena Thompson led Fairmont State with 12 kills and added 9 digs.
  • Belle DeVall recorded 20 assists, 11 digs and 2 aces; Natalie Zemba had 6 kills and 5 blocks.
Yes, But

Frostburg kept the match tight early, pushing Fairmont State to the brink in the second set at 24-23. The Falcons responded by winning four of the final five points, then controlled the third set.

What's Next

Fairmont State is set to play in the Mountain East Conference Volleyball Championship at Joe Retton Arena. The Falcons’ scheduled Wednesday, Nov. 4, match is listed for 7 p.m., with their opponent yet to be determined.

Bottom Line

Fairmont State enters the conference tournament with momentum—and a 15-1 league record—after showing it can close out tight sets and finish strong.