Tennessee lost their first match at the Iowa State Challenge to Northern Illinois in straight sets (27-25, 25-10, 25-20). Jamie Lea and Raina Hembry had seven kills each, while Iesha Bryant, Kanisha Jimenez, and Ashley Mariani were right behind with six. Bryant hit .462 with no errors and put down 3 blocks. Jimenez hit a .333. Lexi Dempsey had 31 of the team’s 32 assists. While Lea and Bridgette Villano each dug up 14 balls. The team faces host Iowa State later tonight.
NIU sweeps Lady Vols