LA VERNE, CA — The University of La Verne's volleyball team hosted the Pomona-Pitzer Sagehens Saturday evening, falling in four sets.

La Verne took command early, taking set one from the Sagehens 25-20. But the Sagehens battled back in the third set to take a 24-20 lead. The Leopards rallied to tie the set 24-24 but Pomona-Pitzer scored the last two points to even the set total.

It was a similar story in the final two sets with the Sagehens taking a slight advantage early and La Verne staying within a few points. But both times the visitors held off the Leopards' threats.

Ayana Mier finished with nine kills and celebrated surpassing 1,000 career kills. Freshman Lauren Gott showed off her versatility, totaling 16 kills and a team-high 18 digs. Mya Ray led La Verne with 21 kills.

Malia Capistrano finished with 49 assists and 13 digs. Madison Smith added 15 digs.

The Leopards will travel to Cal Lutheran, Friday, November 3rd at 7 P.M.