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Andrew Devereaux
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Chloe Hooker

Irish Fall Short At No. 5 SMU

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Mae Kordas
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Sydney Helmers
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Maya Evens
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Anna Bjork
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Ava Lange
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Lily Fenton
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Chloe Hooker
Box Score

DALLAS, Texas – The Notre Dame volleyball team battled late, but fell short on the road at fifth-ranked SMU in three sets, 14-25, 23-25, 20-25.

Sydney Helmers spearheaded the Notre Dame attack with a team-high 13 kills, eight digs, and two blocks, while Mae Kordas chipped in eight kills and five digs to bolster the offensive effort.

On the defensive side, Maya Evens posted a match-best 12 digs for the Irish, and Anna Bjork controlled the net with six blocks. Bjork’s presence highlighted a balanced defensive front that saw six different Irish players register at least one block.

The Irish return to the friendly confines of Purcell Pavilion this weekend, welcoming NC State on Friday at 6:30 p.m. and Wake Forest on Sunday at 1 p.m.

Immediately following Friday’s matchup with NC State, Notre Dame will celebrate Senior Night, recognizing the contributions of Sydney Helmers, Lily Fenton, Ava Lange, and Chloe Hooker.