The New York University men's volleyball team was defeated by Wentworth Institute of Technology on Saturday, April 8, in Boston, MA.

The Violets (16-9), ranked #9 in the nation by the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA), fell to the #7 Leopards in three sets (25-16, 25-21, 25-20).

"It was a tough way to end our regular season," said NYU Head Coach Jose Pina. "Our opponent played well, specifically their blocking scheme against our left attackers hurt us."

NYU quickly found itself trailing 15-5 in the first set. But, despite cutting the deficit to five, ultimately dropped the set 25-16.

In set two, the Violets were unable to hold onto a 19-18 lead and fell 25-21.

In the third set, NYU came back from 7-2 down to pull within three at 15-12, but a repeat performance of yesterday's comeback win vs. Endicott was not in the cards, as the Leopards pulled away to win the set 25-20 and the match.

"Now we will work to get ready for the upcoming UVC (United Volleyball Conference) Tournament," added Pina.

TOP PERFORMERS

- Evan Lindley and Neil Ferraro each recorded a team-high nine kills, while Alex Li added seven.

- Lindley and Ethan Talkov posted a team-leading five blocks apiece.

- Derrick Chiu led all players with 27 assists.

The Violets return to action on Friday, April 14, at 5:00 pm when they take on either #3 Stevens Institute of Technology or Nazareth College in the UVC Tournament semifinal. Vassar College will be hosting the semifinal in Poughkeepsie, NY.