Volleyball
June 14, 2007
Volleyball's Monika Sattler In China On Study-Abroad
Volleyball junior Monika Sattler is currently in China through the Bryant University study abroad program. She currently visited the Great Wall of China with her tour group and will return to the U.S. later this summer. The Bulldog volleyball team will report to preseason camp in mid-August in preparation for the 2007 opener Aug. 31 at the Lewis University Invitational in Romeoville, Ill.
April 30, 2007
Cegarra and Perry Receive Jim Thorpe Awards At Intecultural Center Awards Banquet
SMITHFIELD, RI - On March 31, the Intercultural Center at Bryant continued a tradition with the sixth annual Senior Awards Banquet. Fourteen seniors were recognized for their hard work and dedication to the Bryant community over the last four years. Included were Jessica Cegarra (Danville, NH) and Lorenzo Perry (Providence, RI). Each were recipients of the 2007 ICC Jim Thorpe Athletic Award.
February 15, 2007
Cegarra and Garry named to 2006 Daktronics Northeast All-Region Volleyball Teams
Senior Jessica Cegarra (Danville, NH) and junior Tiffany Garry (Frankfort, IL) were named to the 2006 Daktronics Northeast All-Region Volleyball teams this week. Cegarra garnered first team recognition while Garry was named to the second team. Cegarra had a record breaking season to close out her time as a member of the Bulldogs. She finished her career with 534 career blocks, No.1 all-time at Bryant. She was also Bryant's primary offensive threat, leading the Bulldog's in kills with 529. She led Bryant in points this season with 619.0. Garry again was the team's primary setter. She finished the season with 1,454 sets, averaging just under 11 per a game. She also led Bryant in serving aces with 86.
February 15, 2007
Former Player Maria Bras-Benitez, Class of 1995 Elected to NE-10 Hall of Fame
Former Bryant volleyball player Maria Bras-Benitez was elected to the Northeast-10's Hall of Fame today. Bras, who played for for Bryant from 1991-1995, was among the greatest players in school history. She was a the Bryant female athlete of the year in 1994 and 1995 and led the Bulldogs to the round of 16 in the 1994 NCAA Tournament. She finished her career with 2,045 career kills and was the first player in school history with more than 1,500.
December 8, 2006
BRYANT WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL SIGNS FOUR STUDENT ATHLETES TO NATIONAL LETTERS OF INTENT
Smithfield, R.I.- The Bryant University Department of Athletics is proud to announce the signing of four student-athletes to national letters of intent to enroll and participate in intercollegiate women's volleyball at the university in the fall of 2007. The announcement was made today by Director of Athletics Bill Smith and Head Coach Theresa Garlacy.
November 16, 2006
Cegarra and Garry Named AVCA All-Region
Smithfield, R.I. - Senior Jess Cegarra (Danville, NH) and Junior Tiffany Garry (Frankfort, IL) have been named 1st Team All Region by the AVCA.
November 9, 2006
Volleyball Falls to Bentley 3-0 in NCAA Regional First Round
WEST HAVEN, CT - Senior Vanessa Lavallee had nine kills and freshman Morgan Wood added seven but it was not enough as the Bulldogs saw its 2006 season come to a close with a 3-0 loss to Bentley College in the first round of the NCAA Northeast Regional Championship. Senior Jessica Cegarra had seven kills and added four blocks as the Bulldogs finish the year 21-19.
November 9, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Ready For NCAA Tournament
SMITHFIELD, RI – For the tenth time in the program's history, the Bryant University volleyball team is headed to the NCAA tournament. In fact, postseason trips have become the norm for the Bulldogs in recent years. This Thursday’s first round matchup will mark the seventh-straight time Bryant coach Theresa Garlacy has led her team to the NCAA Regional. Bryant (21-18) will be the No. 7 seed of the 2006 Northeast Regional and will square off with the second-seeded Falcons at 5 p.m. Thursday at the University of New Haven. This will be the third meeting of the year between Bryant and Bentley and the second since the two teams met in the Northeast-10 Conference semifinals last Saturday at Bryant, won by Bentley by a score of 3-1.
November 8, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Headed Back to NCAA Tournament
SMITHFIELD, RI - The Bryant University women's volleyball team is headed back to the NCAA tournament. For the 10th time in school history, the Bulldogs will take part in the NCAA Regional tournament when the Bulldogs travel to West Haven, Conn. this Thursday where they'll face Bentley College in the quarterfinals. Bentley defeated Bryant 3-1 in the NE-10 semifinals on Saturday. The University of New Haven will serve as the hosts of the tournament.
November 7, 2006
Cegarra and Garry named First Team All-Conference
Bryant Senior Jess Cegarra (Danville, NH) and Junior Tiffany Garry (Frankfort, Il) have been named First Team All-Northeast 10 Conference for Women’s Volleyball.
November 4, 2006
Bentley Captures Northeast-10 Title; Bulldogs Await NCAA Word Sunday Night
SMITHFIELD,RI - The Bentley College Falcons won its record ninth Northeast-10 Conference Championship Saturday, defeating top-seed Saint Rose, 3-0. Bryant, which fell to Bentley in the semifinals, will find out if they qualify for the NCAA tournament when the NCAA pairings are announced Sunday night. Bryant is currently sixth in the region.
November 4, 2006
Bentley defeats volleyball in four games; will face Saint Rose in NE-10 Championship match tonight
The Bentley Falcons defeated the Bulldogs volleyball team in four games (24-30, 30-21, 25-30, 27-30). The win sets up a matchup of the tournament's top two seeds, #1 Saint Rose and #2 Bentley tonight at the Chace Center. The match will begin at 7:00pm.
November 3, 2006
Northeast-10 Conference Volleyball Tournament - First Round
SMITHFIELD, RI - The 2006 Northeast-10 Conference volleyball tournament got underway Friday evening at the Chace Athletic Center. Hosted by Bryant University, the top three seeds of the tournament advanced to the semifinal round with the lone upset coming in the evening session when No. 5 Le Moyne knocked off No. 4 UMass Lowell, 3-1. Top-seed Saint Rose defeated Merrimack 3-0 while No. 2 seed Bentley rolled past Pace, 3-0. Bryant, the No. 3 seed defeated Franklin Pierce, 3-1. The semifinal matchups will feature Saint Rose vs. Le Moyne and Bentley vs. Bryant. Both start at 2 pm with the winners advancing to the championship match at 7 pm.
November 1, 2006
Northeast-10 Conference Tournament Seedings Announced
SMITHFIELD, RI - Seedings for the 2006 Northeast-10 Conference volleyball tournament have been announced for this weekend's tournament which will run Friday and Saturday at the Chace Athletic Center. The tournament will start Friday at 5 p.m. Saturday's championship match will be streamed live online at www.ne10.tv which can be accessed through the Northeast-10 web site.
October 31, 2006
Volleyball Wins Regular Season Finale 3-0 over Assumption
SMITHFIELD, R.I. - The Bryant Volleyball team closed out its regular season defeating Assumption College in straight sets Tuesday night 30-20, 30-16, 30-24 at the Chace Center. Bryant finishes its regular season 20-17 (12-2 NE-10) and will host the Northeast-10 Tournament beginning Friday at the Chace Center. Matchups and seedings will be announced Wednesday.
October 31, 2006
Tiffany Garry Named Setter of the Week
Bryant Junior setter Tiffany Garry (Frankfort, IL) has been named Northeast-10 Conference Setter of the Week for the week of October 22 - October 29.
October 28, 2006
Volleyball Defeats Pace 3-0 Behind Cegarra and Wood
SMITHFIELD,RI - Bryant freshmen Morgan Wood (left) and Julie Geonnotti combined for 19 kills while senior Jessica Cegarra added 18 kills to help lead the Bryant University volleyball team to a 3-0 win over Pace University Saturday morning at the Chace Athletic Center. The Bulldogs will host Assumption on Tuesday night in the regular-season finale before hosting the Northeast-10 Conference Championships next Friday and Saturday at the Chace Athletic Center.
October 27, 2006
Cegarra and Geonnotti Lead Bryant Volleyball Past Southern Connecticut 3-0 Friday
SMITHFIELD,RI - The Bryant University women's team got a strong offensive performance once again from senior co-captain Jess Cegarra as the Bulldogs rolled to a 3-0 win over visiting Southern Connecticut Friday evening at the Chace Athletic Center. Cegarra hit .750 offensively with 15 kills. The Bulldogs will host Pace on Saturday morning at 11 am.
October 26, 2006
Two Bulldogs named to Northeast-10 All-Academic Team
Sophomore Maureen Atkins and Senior Beth Schlatterer were named to the Northeast-10 All-Academic team announced Tuesday. Atkins took home second team honors, while Schlatterer made the third team.
October 25, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Defeats Franklin Pierce 3-1 Wednesday
RINDGE, N.H. – The Bryant volleyball team got back into the win column Wednesday night with a 3-1 win at Franklin Pierce in Northeast-10 Conference action this evening at the Franklin. Senior Beth Schlatterer had 11 kills in the victory. Bryant (17-17, 9-2 NE-10) will host Southern Connecticut State on Friday at 7 p.m.
October 21, 2006
Volleyball Falls to #8 Florida Southern Saturday
SMITHFIELD,RI - Jessica Cegarra led the way with 12 kills on 24 swings but the Bulldogs still came up short in falling to eighth-ranked Florida Southern, 3-0 Saturday morning. The Bulldogs will travel to Franklin Pierce on Wednesday night.
October 20, 2006
Cegarra Sets All-Time Blocks Record at Bryant in 3-2 Loss To Franklin Pierce
SMITHFIELD, RI - Bryant University senior middle hitter Jessica Cegarra (Danville, NH) became Bryant's all-time career blocks leader with her 500th Friday night against Franklin Pierce. The Bulldogs would fall to the visiting Ravens 3-2.
October 20, 2006
View The Bulldogs This Afternoon
The Bryant University Media Services will show this afternoon's volleyball match with Franklin Pierce starting at 4 pm today. Follow the link to view the match.
October 17, 2006
Bentley Defeats Volleyball 3-0 Tuesday Night
WALTHAM, Mass. - The Bentley College women's volleyball team stayed undefeated in Northeast-10 Conference play following Tuesday night's 3-0 win over Bryant at the Dana Center. The Bulldogs 16-14 will host Franklin Pierce and Dowling on Friday night at the Chace Athletic Center and nationally-ranked Florida Southern on Saturday morning.
October 16, 2006
Men's and Women's Basketball Kick Season off with Midnight Madness 2006
The Men's and Women's Basketball tipped off the new season Saturday night with a night of hoops and fun for all. Highlights include fan contests, team introductions, and a shooting contest with President Machtley
October 16, 2006
Cegarra and Garry Named Northeast-10 Conference Volleyball Player and Setter of the Week
SOUTH EASTON, Mass. – Bryant University women's volleyball senior middle hitter Jessica Cegarra has been named the Northeast-10 Conference Player of the Week after leading the Bulldogs to a pair of wins last week while junior setter Tiffany Garry has been named NE-10 Setter of the Week after averaging 12.22 assists per game for the week.
October 15, 2006
Cegarra and Grceva Lead Volleyball Team Past Le Moyne 3-1 Sunday
SMITHFIELD, RI - Senior Jessica Cegarra and junior Likica Grceva led the way with 19 and 18 kills respectively to lead the Bryant University women's volleyball team to a 3-1 win over visiting Le Moyne on Sunday afternoon. The Bulldogs (16-13, 8-1 NE-10) will travel to Bentley on Tuesday evening.
October 14, 2006
Volleyball Drops 3-2 Decision to St. Rose Saturday
SMITHFIELD,RI - Jessica Cegarra had a game-high 26 kills and Likica Grceva added 18 kills but it was not enough as visiting Saint Rose defeated the Bulldogs 3-2 in the Northeast-10. Bryant will host Le Moyne on Sunday at 11 a.m.
October 10, 2006
Cegarra Powers Volleyball To 3-0 Win Tuesday Night
SMITHFIELD,RI - Bryant senior Jessica Cegarra had 18 kills and added five blocks in leading the Bulldog women's volleyball team to a 3-0 win over visiting Stonehill Tuesday evening at the Chace Athletic Center. Bryant improves to 15-12 on the season and stays undefeated in the Northeast-10 Conference play at 7-0. The Bulldogs will host Saint Rose Saturday at 1 p.m. The Knights are 8-0 in conference play this season.
October 7, 2006
Bulldog Volleyball Drops Pair Saturday on Long Island; Team Hosts Stonehill Tuesday at 7 pm
OAKDALE, NY - The Bryant University women's volleyball team dropped a pair of non-conference matches Saturday, falling to defending regional champion Dowling, 3-0 and coming up short, 3-2 against Millersville. The Bulldogs will host Stonehill on Tuesday night starting at 7 pm at the Chace Center.
October 3, 2006
Cegarra's 15 Kills and Four Blocks Helps Lead Volleyball Past Merrimack Tuesday
NORTH ANDOVER, MA – Jessica Cegarra tallied 15 kills and four solo blocks to lead Bryant University to a 3-0 win over Merrimack College in Northeast-10 volleyball action Tuesday night at Volpe Athletic Center. The Bulldogs captured game one 30-19, game two 30-17 and game three 30-24. Bryant will travel to Dowling College this Saturday to face the host Lions at 10 am and Millersville at noon.
September 29, 2006
Volleyball Rebounds With 3-0 Win
COLCHESTER, VT - The Bryant University women's volleyball team rebounded from Thursday's loss at New Haven with a 3-0 victory tonight at Saint Michael's College. Game scores were 30-19, 30-16, 30-17. The Bulldogs (13-10) improved to 5-0 in the NE-10 this season and will return to action Tuesday at Merrimack College.
September 28, 2006
Cegarra's 24 Kills Not Enough As New Haven Defeats Women's Volleyball 3-1 Thursday Night
WEST HAVEN, Conn. - Bryant University senior Jess Cegarra (Danville, NH) racked up 24 kills and hit .474 offensively but it was enough to overcome the University of New Haven as the Chargers earned a 3-1 non-conference win over the Bulldogs Thursday night. Bryant (12-10) will travel to Saint Michael's Friday night for a Northeast-10 Conference game.
September 26, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Defeats Southern New Hampshire 3-0
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Junior Likica Grceva (Natick, MA) totaled 14 kills and 11 digs to lead to lead Bryant University to a 3-0 victory over Southern New Hampshire University here tonight in Northeast-10 Conference women's volleyball action. Bryant has now won six of its last seven matches and improved to 12-9 overall and 4-0 in the league. The host Penmen dropped to 6-6 overall and 1-3 in the NE-10.
September 23, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Splits Action Saturday at Bentley Fall Classic
WALTHAM, Mass. - The Bryant University women's volleyball team went 1-1 Saturday at the Bentley College Fall Classic. The Bulldogs rolled to a 3-0 win over Bridgeport (30-21, 30-23, 30-8) in the opener and fell to CW Post in a five-game thriller (16-30, 30-27, 30-23, 26-30, 14-16). Bryant will visit Southern New Hampshire Tuesday night in Manchester, NH for a Northeast-10 Conference match.
September 19, 2006
Volleyball Defeats UMass Lowell 3-0 Tuesday Night
LOWELL, Mass. - Junior outside hitter Likica Grceva recorded 10 kills to go with 12 digs and four service aces to help lead the Bryant women's volleyball team to a 3-0 win over UMass Lowell Tuesday night at Costello Gym. Bryant, with the win, improves to 3-0 in the Northeast-10 and 10-8 overall.
September 15, 2006
Volleyball Wins Pair; Garlacy Notches Win No. 300 For Her Career Friday Night
SMITHFIELD, RI - The Bryant University women's volleyball team picked up a pair of wins Friday night, defeating Stonehill 3-0 and Bridgeport 3-0 to improve to 9-8 on the season. The win over Bridgeport was the 300th in the coaching career of Bryant Coach Theresa Garlacy.
September 15, 2006
Garlacy Notches Win No. 300 For Her Career in Win Over Purple Knights
SMITHFIELD, RI - Bryant University women's volleyball coach Theresa Garlacy celebrated her 300th career coaching victory on September 15 in the Bulldogs' 3-0 win over the University of Bridgeport at the Chace Athletic Center on Sept. 16.
September 12, 2006
Volleyball Improves to 2-0 In Conference With Win Over Hawks Tuesday Night
MANCHESTER, NH – The Bryant women’s volleyball team improved its record to 2-0 in the Northeast-10 (7-8 overall) with a 3-0 win over Saint Anselm College on Tuesday evening. Game scores were 30-9, 30-17, 30-27. Bryant will host Stonehill (4 pm) and Bridgeport (6 pm) Friday as Homecoming & Reunion Weekend kicks off on the Bryant campus.
September 9, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Splits Final Day Action at Bryant Invitational
SMITHFIELD, RI - Likica Grceva posted 16 kills against East Stroudsburg as the Bryant University women's volleyball team split a pair of matches Saturday at the Bryant Invitational. The Bulldogs defeated Shepherd 3-0 and followed with a 3-1 loss to East Stroudsburg to drop to 6-8 on the season. Bryant will travel to Saint Anselm Tuesday for a Northeast-10 Conference match.
September 8, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Invitational Day 1
SMITHFIELD,RI - The Bryant University women's volleyball team downed Mercy 3-0 and Philadelphia Sciences 3-0 in first day action at the Bryant Invitational.
September 6, 2006
Volleyball Downs American International 3-1 Behind Cegarra's 19 Kills
SMITHFIELD, RI - Senior middle Jessica Cegarra notched a match-high 19 kills and hit .406 to help lead the Bryant volleyball to a 3-1 win over American International College in the Northeast-10 Conference opener Wednesday at the Chace Athletic Center. Bryant will host Mercy (6 pm) and Philadelphia Sciences (8 pm) Friday night.
September 5, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Enjoys The Sites While In San Diego
LA JOLLA, Calif. - The Bryant University women's volleyball took time out from competing at the UC San Diego Invitational in late August to tour the scenes in San Diego.
September 2, 2006
Volleyball Drops Pair Saturday at C.W. Post; Bulldogs Return Home to Host AIC Wednesday
BROOKVILLE, NY - The Bryant University women's volleyball team dropped a pair of tough five-game matches Saturday in second-day action at the C.W. Post Volleyball Invitational. Bryant fell to the host Pioneers 3-2 and dropped a 3-2 decision to Nova Southeastern. The Bulldogs host AIC on Wednesday.
September 1, 2006
Volleyball Wins Pair Friday at CW Post
BROOKVILLE, NY - The Bryant volleyball team earned its first wins of the season on Friday at the CW Post Tournament, defeating Queens and NYIT.
August 26, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Falls to No. 12 Cal Poly Pomona 3-0 Saturday
LA JOLLA, Calif. - The Bryant women’s volleyball team dropped a 3-0 decision to 14th-ranked Cal Poly Pomona to wrap up the 2006 Triton Invitational hosted by UC San Diego Saturday. Bryant (0-5) was led by Likica Grceva who paced the Bryant attack with 11 kills. The transfer from Maryland Eastern Shore hit .296 with just three errors on 27 swings. Sophomore defensive standout Maureen Atkins (Fenton, MO) added 13 digs while junior setter Tiffany Garry (Frankfort, IL) had 27 assists. Bryant will travel to CW Post on Long Island for a two-day tournament next weekend.
August 25, 2006
Volleyball Falls to No. 19 UC San Diego and CS Dominguez Hills in Second Day Action at UCSD Tourney
LA JOLLA, Calif. - Likica Grceva and Vanessa Lavallee had six kills apiece but it was not enough as the Bryant women's volleyball team fell to host UC San Diego, 3-0 and Cal State Dominguez Hills in second-day action at the Triton Invitational. The Bulldogs (0-4) will face Cal Poly Pomona on Saturday afternoon to close out the tournament. Jessica Cegarra had 15 kills in the nightcap against Dominguez Hills.
August 24, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Drops Pair Thursday at Triton Invitational in San Diego
LA JOLLA, Calif. - The Bryant University women's volleyball team opened its 2006 season with a 3-0 loss to sixth-ranked Cal State Los Angeles Thursday afternoon in first round action of the University of California - San Diego Triton Invitational. The Bulldogs (0-2) drop a 3-0 decision at the hands of No. 12 Cal State San Bernardino in the evening game. Bryant will face host UC San Diego and Cal State Dominguez Hills on Friday.
August 23, 2006
Volleyball Picked To Finish First In Northeast-10 For Third-Straight Year
SMITHFIELD, RI - The Bryant University women's volleyball team was picked to finish first in the Northeast-10 Conference for the third-straight season as the conference office announced the results of the preseason coaches' poll. The Bulldogs, the three-time defending conference champion, will open the 2006 season at the University of San Diego Invitational this week. Bryant will face No. 6 Cal State Los Angeles (2 pm EST) and No. 12 Cal State San Bernardino (6 pm) Thursday in the opener.
August 14, 2006
Volleyball Opens Fall Practice in Preparation For Opener August 24
SMITHFIELD, RI - The Bryant University women's volleyball team reported to school over the week and have been busy preparing for the upcoming 2006 season. The Bulldogs, under the direction of 11th-year coach Theresa Garlacy open the season August 24th at the UC San Diego Invitational in La Jolla, Calif against Cal State Los Angeles. The Bulldogs were 27-10 last season, capturing the Northeast-10 Conference tournament title for the third-straight season and advancing to the NCAA Division II tournament for the seventh consecutive year.
December 3, 2005
Muniz and Garry Honored By Daktronics in Volleyball
SMITHFIELD, RI - Bryant senior Michelle Muniz was named to the 2005 Daktronics First Team All-Region while sophomore setter Tiffany Garry was named second team all-region announced this past week by Daktronics. In addition, Muniz was named the Northeast Region Player of the Year.
November 23, 2005
Three Volleyball Players Named All-Region
SMITHFIELD, RI - Three Bryant University women's volleyball players have been named all-region by the American Volleyball Coaches Association. Senior Michelle Muniz, sophomore Tiffany Garry, and junior Jessica Cegarra all earned all-region honors for 2005.
November 18, 2005
Volleyball Season Comes to End With 3-2 Loss to Bentley In NCAA Regional Semifinal
SMITHFIELD,RI - Bentley College rallied from down two games to one to defeat the Bryant University women's volleyball team, 3-2 Friday night in the NCAA Northeast Regional Semifinal at the Chace Athletic Center. Bryant's Michelle Muniz had a match-high 22 kills and 22 digs for the Bulldogs.
November 17, 2005
Bulldog Volleyball Opens Regional Play With 3-0 Win Over NYIT
SMITHFIELD, RI - Vanessa Lavallee and Jessica Cegarra each had 12 kills while Beth Schlatter, Tiffany Garry, and Elysce Tackman all played a key role as the Bulldogs advance to the semifinals where Bryant will meet Bentley for a right to play in the regional final Saturday. The matchup will be a rematch of last Saturday's conference tournament championship won by the Bulldogs, 3-2. Dowling will meet Saint Rose in the other semifinal starting at 5 pm.
November 16, 2005
Dowling Opens With Win In Match 1 of NCAA Regional
SMITHFIELD, RI - The Bryant University women's volleyball team has will host the 2005 NCAA Northeast Regional Championship at the Chace Athletic Center starting Thursday, Nov. 17 and concluding with the championship scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 19. All of the matches can be seen throughout the tournament online while Bryant will provide audio broadcast of Bulldog matches. Dowling College, the top seed, opened with a 3-0 win over Goldey-Beacom Thursday.
November 15, 2005
Garry Named NE-10 Setter of the Year
EASTON, Mass. - Bryant University standout sophomore setter Tiffany Garry has been named the Northeast-10 Conference Setter of the Year for 2005. Garry, the setter of the year as a freshman in 2004, has 1,466 assists this season and 103 service aces. Muniz, Bryant's all-time career kills leader, was named player of the year for the second straight year.
November 12, 2005
Bryant Defeats Bentley 3-2 For Northeast-10 Championship
PLEASANTVILLE, NY - Michelle Muniz paced the Bryant University women's volleyball team with 21 kills and 30 digs as the Bulldogs defeated top-seeded Bentley, 3-2 to capture its third-straight Northeast-10 Conference tournament championship.
November 11, 2005
Volleyball Defeats Le Moyne in NE-10 Quarterfinals Friday
PLEASANTVILLE, NY - Michelle Muniz had 13 kills and 10 digs while Tiffany Garry had 36 assists to lead the Bryant Volleyball team to a 3-0 win over Le Moyne in the quarterfinals of the 2005 Northeast-10 Conference Championships hosted by Pace University. The Bulldogs will take on Saint Rose Saturday at 2 pm .
November 1, 2005
Volleyball Concludes Regular Season With 3-0 Win at Assumption
WORCESTER, Mass. - The Bryant University volleyball team ended its regular season with a 3-0 win over Assumption Tuesday night. Game scores were 30-17, 30-27, 30-23. The Bulldogs will have the weekend off to prepare for the NE-10 Conference tournament Nov. 11-12 at Pace University.
October 29, 2005
Volleyball Defeats Southern Connecticut, 3-0 Friday Night
NEW HAVEN, Conn. - Michelle Muniz had 14 kills and Jessica Cegarra added 17 kills to lead the Bryant volleyball team to a 3-0 win over Southern Connecticut Friday. The Bulldogs travel to Pace Saturday.
October 29, 2005
Volleyball Defeats Pace Saturday, 3-0
PLEASANTVILLE, NY - Michelle Muniz had 14 kills and Jessica Cegarra chipped in with 12 as the Bryant University volleyball team picked up a 3-0 conference win at Pace on Saturday. Tiffany Garry had 38 assists in the match as the Bulldogs improve to 22-9 on the season. Bryant will travel to Assumption Tuesday.
October 26, 2005
New Haven Rallies Back To Defeat Bulldogs 3-2 in Non-Conference Volleyball Action Wednesday
SMITHFIELD,RI - Rhe-Ann Niles had 17 kills and 14 blocks as the University of New Haven rallied back from an 0-2 deficit to defeat the Bryant volleyball team, 3-2 Wednesday night. Michelle Muniz had 19 kills to lead Bryant. The Bulldogs travel to Southern Connecticut on Friday and Pace Saturday.
October 25, 2005
Volleyball Picks Up 3-0 Win Over Franklin Pierce; Team Hosts New Haven Wednesday at 7 pm
SMITHFIELD, RI - Junior Jessica Cegarra notched a game-high 17 kills and senior Lindsay Klix chipped in with 13 to help lead the Bryant University women's volleyball team to a 3-0 win over Franklin Pierce Tuesday night at the Chace Athletic Center. The Bulldogs will host New Haven for a non-conference match Wednesday at 7 pm.
October 22, 2005
Volleyball Pulls Out 3-2 Win Over Lowell Saturday
SMITHFIELD, RI - Michelle Muniz tallied 24 kills and Vanessa Lavallee added 12 kills as the Bryant volleyball team pulled out a 3-2 win over UMass Lowell Saturday at the Halloween Invitational. The Bulldogs host Franklin Pierce Tuesday and New Haven Wednesday at the Chace Athletic Center.
October 21, 2005
Bulldogs Defeat CW Post 3-0
SMITHFIELD, RI - The Bryant volleyball defeated CW Post in the first round of action at the Bryant Halloween Classic. Michelle Muniz had 12 kills nd Jessica Cegarra added 10.
October 18, 2005
Volleyball's Streak Snapped with 3-2 Loss to Bentley Tuesday Night
SMITHFIELD, RI - The Bryant University women's volleyball team dropped a 3-2 decision to Bentley College before 800 fans at the Chace Athletic Center. The loss snaps Bryant's 37 regular-season conference win streak dating back to the 2002 season. Bryant will host the annual Halloween Tournament starting this Friday with a match against C.W. Post at 6 p.m.
October 16, 2005
Volleyball Defeats Le Moyne Sunday, 3-0
SYRACUSE, NY - The Bryant women's volleyball team picked up a 3-0 win on the road at Le Moyne on Sunday. The Bulldogs will host Bentley College on Tuesday night at the Chace Athletic Center starting at 7 p.m.
October 15, 2005
Volleyball Defeats Saint Rose 3-0 Saturday
ALBANY, NY - Senior all-American Michelle Muniz pounded out 22 kills to lead the Bryant volleyball team to a 3-0 win on the road at Saint Rose Saturday afternoon. The Bulldogs travel to Le Moyne for a 3 p.m. game on Sunday.
October 11, 2005
Ten Athletes Named To Conference Weekly Honors List
SMITHFIELD, RI - A total of 10 Bryant University student-athletes earned recognition by the Northeast-10 Conference this week for their performances last week. Football's Lorenzo Perry and volleyball's Michelle Muniz earned Player of the Week recognition while Tiffany Garry earned Setter of the Week honors in volleyball and Alex Bissias and Jessica Neales earned respective goalkeeper of the week honors in soccer.
October 11, 2005
Muniz Sets New Mark in Bryant Win Over Stonehill
EASTON, Mass. - Michelle Muniz recorded 19 kills and 15 digs defensively to lead the Bryant women's volleyball team to a 3-0 win over Stonehill College Tuesday night. With her 19 kills, Muniz becomes Bryant's all-time career kills leader with 2,057 career kills, passing Maria Bras who held the previous record at 2,045. The Bulldogs travel to Saint Rose Saturday and Le Moyne Sunday.
October 7, 2005
Muniz Powers Bulldogs Past Bears with 18 Kills Friday Night; Senior Needs Just Eight Kills To Set School Record
SMITHFIELD, RI - Michelle Muniz had 18 kills to go with 14 digs as the Bryant University volleyball team picked up a 3-0 nonconference win over visiting NYIT Friday night. Muniz now trails Maria Bras for the all-time career kills record by only seven heading into Tuesday's match at Stonehill. The senior all-American has 2,038 career kills.
October 4, 2005
Cegarra Tallies 14 Kills in Volleyball Win Over Merrimack Tuesday Night; Bulldogs Host NYIT Friday
SMITHFIELD, RI - Jessica Cegarra and Michelle Muniz combined for 27 kills to help lead the Bryant women's volleyball team to a 3-0 win over visiting Merrimack College Tuesday evening at the Chace Athletic Center. Bryant, now winners of 34-straight regular season conference matches, will step out of conference play when the Bulldogs host NYIT on Friday at 7 p.m.
October 2, 2005
Volleyball Rolls Past St. Michael's 3-0; Muniz Goes Over 2,000 For Career Kills
SMITHFIELD,RI - Bryant senior all-American Michelle Muniz had 16 kills and added eight digs to lead the Bryant women's volleyball team to a 3-0 win over visiting Saint Michael's Sunday. Muniz now needs just 38 kills to become Bryant's all-time career kills leader. The Bulldogs host Merrimack on Tuesday night at 7 pm.
October 1, 2005
Bulldogs Split Dowling Tri-Match Saturday, Hosts Saint Michael's Sunday at 1 pm
OAKDALE, NY -- The Bryant women's volleyball team split a tri-match at Dowling College on Saturday, falling to the host Golden Lions 3-1 and defeating Millersville 3-1. The Bulldogs will host Saint Michael's College for a Northeast-10 Conference match Sunday at the Chace Athletic Center (1 pm).
September 27, 2005
Volleyball Rolls Past Southern N.H. 3-0; Bulldogs Travel to Dowling Saturday
SMITHFIELD,RI - Michelle Muniz tallied 18 kills and Jessica Cegarra added 12 to lead the Bryant University volleyball team to a 3-0 win over Southern N.H. on Tuesday night at the Chace Athletic Center. With her 18 kills, Muniz moves closer to Maria Bras for the all-time career kills record with 1,971. She trails Bras' by just 74 kills.
September 23, 2005
Volleyball Picks Up Pair of Wins
SMITHFIELD, RI - Michelle Muniz led the way as the Bryant women's volleyball team picked up a pair of wins Friday evening at the Chace Athletic Center. Muniz had 24 kills in a 3-1 win over Bridgeport in the second match of the night.
Volleyball's Monika Sattler In China On Study-Abroad
Volleyball junior Monika Sattler is currently in China through the Bryant University study abroad program. She currently visited the Great Wall of China with her tour group and will return to the U.S. later this summer. The Bulldog volleyball team will report to preseason camp in mid-August in preparation for the 2007 opener Aug. 31 at the Lewis University Invitational in Romeoville, Ill.
April 30, 2007
Cegarra and Perry Receive Jim Thorpe Awards At Intecultural Center Awards Banquet
SMITHFIELD, RI - On March 31, the Intercultural Center at Bryant continued a tradition with the sixth annual Senior Awards Banquet. Fourteen seniors were recognized for their hard work and dedication to the Bryant community over the last four years. Included were Jessica Cegarra (Danville, NH) and Lorenzo Perry (Providence, RI). Each were recipients of the 2007 ICC Jim Thorpe Athletic Award.
February 15, 2007
Cegarra and Garry named to 2006 Daktronics Northeast All-Region Volleyball Teams
Senior Jessica Cegarra (Danville, NH) and junior Tiffany Garry (Frankfort, IL) were named to the 2006 Daktronics Northeast All-Region Volleyball teams this week. Cegarra garnered first team recognition while Garry was named to the second team. Cegarra had a record breaking season to close out her time as a member of the Bulldogs. She finished her career with 534 career blocks, No.1 all-time at Bryant. She was also Bryant's primary offensive threat, leading the Bulldog's in kills with 529. She led Bryant in points this season with 619.0. Garry again was the team's primary setter. She finished the season with 1,454 sets, averaging just under 11 per a game. She also led Bryant in serving aces with 86.
February 15, 2007
Former Player Maria Bras-Benitez, Class of 1995 Elected to NE-10 Hall of Fame
Former Bryant volleyball player Maria Bras-Benitez was elected to the Northeast-10's Hall of Fame today. Bras, who played for for Bryant from 1991-1995, was among the greatest players in school history. She was a the Bryant female athlete of the year in 1994 and 1995 and led the Bulldogs to the round of 16 in the 1994 NCAA Tournament. She finished her career with 2,045 career kills and was the first player in school history with more than 1,500.
December 8, 2006
BRYANT WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL SIGNS FOUR STUDENT ATHLETES TO NATIONAL LETTERS OF INTENT
Smithfield, R.I.- The Bryant University Department of Athletics is proud to announce the signing of four student-athletes to national letters of intent to enroll and participate in intercollegiate women's volleyball at the university in the fall of 2007. The announcement was made today by Director of Athletics Bill Smith and Head Coach Theresa Garlacy.
November 16, 2006
Cegarra and Garry Named AVCA All-Region
Smithfield, R.I. - Senior Jess Cegarra (Danville, NH) and Junior Tiffany Garry (Frankfort, IL) have been named 1st Team All Region by the AVCA.
November 9, 2006
Volleyball Falls to Bentley 3-0 in NCAA Regional First Round
WEST HAVEN, CT - Senior Vanessa Lavallee had nine kills and freshman Morgan Wood added seven but it was not enough as the Bulldogs saw its 2006 season come to a close with a 3-0 loss to Bentley College in the first round of the NCAA Northeast Regional Championship. Senior Jessica Cegarra had seven kills and added four blocks as the Bulldogs finish the year 21-19.
November 9, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Ready For NCAA Tournament
SMITHFIELD, RI – For the tenth time in the program's history, the Bryant University volleyball team is headed to the NCAA tournament. In fact, postseason trips have become the norm for the Bulldogs in recent years. This Thursday’s first round matchup will mark the seventh-straight time Bryant coach Theresa Garlacy has led her team to the NCAA Regional. Bryant (21-18) will be the No. 7 seed of the 2006 Northeast Regional and will square off with the second-seeded Falcons at 5 p.m. Thursday at the University of New Haven. This will be the third meeting of the year between Bryant and Bentley and the second since the two teams met in the Northeast-10 Conference semifinals last Saturday at Bryant, won by Bentley by a score of 3-1.
November 8, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Headed Back to NCAA Tournament
SMITHFIELD, RI - The Bryant University women's volleyball team is headed back to the NCAA tournament. For the 10th time in school history, the Bulldogs will take part in the NCAA Regional tournament when the Bulldogs travel to West Haven, Conn. this Thursday where they'll face Bentley College in the quarterfinals. Bentley defeated Bryant 3-1 in the NE-10 semifinals on Saturday. The University of New Haven will serve as the hosts of the tournament.
November 7, 2006
Cegarra and Garry named First Team All-Conference
Bryant Senior Jess Cegarra (Danville, NH) and Junior Tiffany Garry (Frankfort, Il) have been named First Team All-Northeast 10 Conference for Women’s Volleyball.
November 4, 2006
Bentley Captures Northeast-10 Title; Bulldogs Await NCAA Word Sunday Night
SMITHFIELD,RI - The Bentley College Falcons won its record ninth Northeast-10 Conference Championship Saturday, defeating top-seed Saint Rose, 3-0. Bryant, which fell to Bentley in the semifinals, will find out if they qualify for the NCAA tournament when the NCAA pairings are announced Sunday night. Bryant is currently sixth in the region.
November 4, 2006
Bentley defeats volleyball in four games; will face Saint Rose in NE-10 Championship match tonight
The Bentley Falcons defeated the Bulldogs volleyball team in four games (24-30, 30-21, 25-30, 27-30). The win sets up a matchup of the tournament's top two seeds, #1 Saint Rose and #2 Bentley tonight at the Chace Center. The match will begin at 7:00pm.
November 3, 2006
Northeast-10 Conference Volleyball Tournament - First Round
SMITHFIELD, RI - The 2006 Northeast-10 Conference volleyball tournament got underway Friday evening at the Chace Athletic Center. Hosted by Bryant University, the top three seeds of the tournament advanced to the semifinal round with the lone upset coming in the evening session when No. 5 Le Moyne knocked off No. 4 UMass Lowell, 3-1. Top-seed Saint Rose defeated Merrimack 3-0 while No. 2 seed Bentley rolled past Pace, 3-0. Bryant, the No. 3 seed defeated Franklin Pierce, 3-1. The semifinal matchups will feature Saint Rose vs. Le Moyne and Bentley vs. Bryant. Both start at 2 pm with the winners advancing to the championship match at 7 pm.
November 1, 2006
Northeast-10 Conference Tournament Seedings Announced
SMITHFIELD, RI - Seedings for the 2006 Northeast-10 Conference volleyball tournament have been announced for this weekend's tournament which will run Friday and Saturday at the Chace Athletic Center. The tournament will start Friday at 5 p.m. Saturday's championship match will be streamed live online at www.ne10.tv which can be accessed through the Northeast-10 web site.
October 31, 2006
Volleyball Wins Regular Season Finale 3-0 over Assumption
SMITHFIELD, R.I. - The Bryant Volleyball team closed out its regular season defeating Assumption College in straight sets Tuesday night 30-20, 30-16, 30-24 at the Chace Center. Bryant finishes its regular season 20-17 (12-2 NE-10) and will host the Northeast-10 Tournament beginning Friday at the Chace Center. Matchups and seedings will be announced Wednesday.
October 31, 2006
Tiffany Garry Named Setter of the Week
Bryant Junior setter Tiffany Garry (Frankfort, IL) has been named Northeast-10 Conference Setter of the Week for the week of October 22 - October 29.
October 28, 2006
Volleyball Defeats Pace 3-0 Behind Cegarra and Wood
SMITHFIELD,RI - Bryant freshmen Morgan Wood (left) and Julie Geonnotti combined for 19 kills while senior Jessica Cegarra added 18 kills to help lead the Bryant University volleyball team to a 3-0 win over Pace University Saturday morning at the Chace Athletic Center. The Bulldogs will host Assumption on Tuesday night in the regular-season finale before hosting the Northeast-10 Conference Championships next Friday and Saturday at the Chace Athletic Center.
October 27, 2006
Cegarra and Geonnotti Lead Bryant Volleyball Past Southern Connecticut 3-0 Friday
SMITHFIELD,RI - The Bryant University women's team got a strong offensive performance once again from senior co-captain Jess Cegarra as the Bulldogs rolled to a 3-0 win over visiting Southern Connecticut Friday evening at the Chace Athletic Center. Cegarra hit .750 offensively with 15 kills. The Bulldogs will host Pace on Saturday morning at 11 am.
October 26, 2006
Two Bulldogs named to Northeast-10 All-Academic Team
Sophomore Maureen Atkins and Senior Beth Schlatterer were named to the Northeast-10 All-Academic team announced Tuesday. Atkins took home second team honors, while Schlatterer made the third team.
October 25, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Defeats Franklin Pierce 3-1 Wednesday
RINDGE, N.H. – The Bryant volleyball team got back into the win column Wednesday night with a 3-1 win at Franklin Pierce in Northeast-10 Conference action this evening at the Franklin. Senior Beth Schlatterer had 11 kills in the victory. Bryant (17-17, 9-2 NE-10) will host Southern Connecticut State on Friday at 7 p.m.
October 21, 2006
Volleyball Falls to #8 Florida Southern Saturday
SMITHFIELD,RI - Jessica Cegarra led the way with 12 kills on 24 swings but the Bulldogs still came up short in falling to eighth-ranked Florida Southern, 3-0 Saturday morning. The Bulldogs will travel to Franklin Pierce on Wednesday night.
October 20, 2006
Cegarra Sets All-Time Blocks Record at Bryant in 3-2 Loss To Franklin Pierce
SMITHFIELD, RI - Bryant University senior middle hitter Jessica Cegarra (Danville, NH) became Bryant's all-time career blocks leader with her 500th Friday night against Franklin Pierce. The Bulldogs would fall to the visiting Ravens 3-2.
October 20, 2006
View The Bulldogs This Afternoon
The Bryant University Media Services will show this afternoon's volleyball match with Franklin Pierce starting at 4 pm today. Follow the link to view the match.
October 17, 2006
Bentley Defeats Volleyball 3-0 Tuesday Night
WALTHAM, Mass. - The Bentley College women's volleyball team stayed undefeated in Northeast-10 Conference play following Tuesday night's 3-0 win over Bryant at the Dana Center. The Bulldogs 16-14 will host Franklin Pierce and Dowling on Friday night at the Chace Athletic Center and nationally-ranked Florida Southern on Saturday morning.
October 16, 2006
Men's and Women's Basketball Kick Season off with Midnight Madness 2006
The Men's and Women's Basketball tipped off the new season Saturday night with a night of hoops and fun for all. Highlights include fan contests, team introductions, and a shooting contest with President Machtley
October 16, 2006
Cegarra and Garry Named Northeast-10 Conference Volleyball Player and Setter of the Week
SOUTH EASTON, Mass. – Bryant University women's volleyball senior middle hitter Jessica Cegarra has been named the Northeast-10 Conference Player of the Week after leading the Bulldogs to a pair of wins last week while junior setter Tiffany Garry has been named NE-10 Setter of the Week after averaging 12.22 assists per game for the week.
October 15, 2006
Cegarra and Grceva Lead Volleyball Team Past Le Moyne 3-1 Sunday
SMITHFIELD, RI - Senior Jessica Cegarra and junior Likica Grceva led the way with 19 and 18 kills respectively to lead the Bryant University women's volleyball team to a 3-1 win over visiting Le Moyne on Sunday afternoon. The Bulldogs (16-13, 8-1 NE-10) will travel to Bentley on Tuesday evening.
October 14, 2006
Volleyball Drops 3-2 Decision to St. Rose Saturday
SMITHFIELD,RI - Jessica Cegarra had a game-high 26 kills and Likica Grceva added 18 kills but it was not enough as visiting Saint Rose defeated the Bulldogs 3-2 in the Northeast-10. Bryant will host Le Moyne on Sunday at 11 a.m.
October 10, 2006
Cegarra Powers Volleyball To 3-0 Win Tuesday Night
SMITHFIELD,RI - Bryant senior Jessica Cegarra had 18 kills and added five blocks in leading the Bulldog women's volleyball team to a 3-0 win over visiting Stonehill Tuesday evening at the Chace Athletic Center. Bryant improves to 15-12 on the season and stays undefeated in the Northeast-10 Conference play at 7-0. The Bulldogs will host Saint Rose Saturday at 1 p.m. The Knights are 8-0 in conference play this season.
October 7, 2006
Bulldog Volleyball Drops Pair Saturday on Long Island; Team Hosts Stonehill Tuesday at 7 pm
OAKDALE, NY - The Bryant University women's volleyball team dropped a pair of non-conference matches Saturday, falling to defending regional champion Dowling, 3-0 and coming up short, 3-2 against Millersville. The Bulldogs will host Stonehill on Tuesday night starting at 7 pm at the Chace Center.
October 3, 2006
Cegarra's 15 Kills and Four Blocks Helps Lead Volleyball Past Merrimack Tuesday
NORTH ANDOVER, MA – Jessica Cegarra tallied 15 kills and four solo blocks to lead Bryant University to a 3-0 win over Merrimack College in Northeast-10 volleyball action Tuesday night at Volpe Athletic Center. The Bulldogs captured game one 30-19, game two 30-17 and game three 30-24. Bryant will travel to Dowling College this Saturday to face the host Lions at 10 am and Millersville at noon.
September 29, 2006
Volleyball Rebounds With 3-0 Win
COLCHESTER, VT - The Bryant University women's volleyball team rebounded from Thursday's loss at New Haven with a 3-0 victory tonight at Saint Michael's College. Game scores were 30-19, 30-16, 30-17. The Bulldogs (13-10) improved to 5-0 in the NE-10 this season and will return to action Tuesday at Merrimack College.
September 28, 2006
Cegarra's 24 Kills Not Enough As New Haven Defeats Women's Volleyball 3-1 Thursday Night
WEST HAVEN, Conn. - Bryant University senior Jess Cegarra (Danville, NH) racked up 24 kills and hit .474 offensively but it was enough to overcome the University of New Haven as the Chargers earned a 3-1 non-conference win over the Bulldogs Thursday night. Bryant (12-10) will travel to Saint Michael's Friday night for a Northeast-10 Conference game.
September 26, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Defeats Southern New Hampshire 3-0
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Junior Likica Grceva (Natick, MA) totaled 14 kills and 11 digs to lead to lead Bryant University to a 3-0 victory over Southern New Hampshire University here tonight in Northeast-10 Conference women's volleyball action. Bryant has now won six of its last seven matches and improved to 12-9 overall and 4-0 in the league. The host Penmen dropped to 6-6 overall and 1-3 in the NE-10.
September 23, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Splits Action Saturday at Bentley Fall Classic
WALTHAM, Mass. - The Bryant University women's volleyball team went 1-1 Saturday at the Bentley College Fall Classic. The Bulldogs rolled to a 3-0 win over Bridgeport (30-21, 30-23, 30-8) in the opener and fell to CW Post in a five-game thriller (16-30, 30-27, 30-23, 26-30, 14-16). Bryant will visit Southern New Hampshire Tuesday night in Manchester, NH for a Northeast-10 Conference match.
September 19, 2006
Volleyball Defeats UMass Lowell 3-0 Tuesday Night
LOWELL, Mass. - Junior outside hitter Likica Grceva recorded 10 kills to go with 12 digs and four service aces to help lead the Bryant women's volleyball team to a 3-0 win over UMass Lowell Tuesday night at Costello Gym. Bryant, with the win, improves to 3-0 in the Northeast-10 and 10-8 overall.
September 15, 2006
Volleyball Wins Pair; Garlacy Notches Win No. 300 For Her Career Friday Night
SMITHFIELD, RI - The Bryant University women's volleyball team picked up a pair of wins Friday night, defeating Stonehill 3-0 and Bridgeport 3-0 to improve to 9-8 on the season. The win over Bridgeport was the 300th in the coaching career of Bryant Coach Theresa Garlacy.
September 15, 2006
Garlacy Notches Win No. 300 For Her Career in Win Over Purple Knights
SMITHFIELD, RI - Bryant University women's volleyball coach Theresa Garlacy celebrated her 300th career coaching victory on September 15 in the Bulldogs' 3-0 win over the University of Bridgeport at the Chace Athletic Center on Sept. 16.
September 12, 2006
Volleyball Improves to 2-0 In Conference With Win Over Hawks Tuesday Night
MANCHESTER, NH – The Bryant women’s volleyball team improved its record to 2-0 in the Northeast-10 (7-8 overall) with a 3-0 win over Saint Anselm College on Tuesday evening. Game scores were 30-9, 30-17, 30-27. Bryant will host Stonehill (4 pm) and Bridgeport (6 pm) Friday as Homecoming & Reunion Weekend kicks off on the Bryant campus.
September 9, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Splits Final Day Action at Bryant Invitational
SMITHFIELD, RI - Likica Grceva posted 16 kills against East Stroudsburg as the Bryant University women's volleyball team split a pair of matches Saturday at the Bryant Invitational. The Bulldogs defeated Shepherd 3-0 and followed with a 3-1 loss to East Stroudsburg to drop to 6-8 on the season. Bryant will travel to Saint Anselm Tuesday for a Northeast-10 Conference match.
September 8, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Invitational Day 1
SMITHFIELD,RI - The Bryant University women's volleyball team downed Mercy 3-0 and Philadelphia Sciences 3-0 in first day action at the Bryant Invitational.
September 6, 2006
Volleyball Downs American International 3-1 Behind Cegarra's 19 Kills
SMITHFIELD, RI - Senior middle Jessica Cegarra notched a match-high 19 kills and hit .406 to help lead the Bryant volleyball to a 3-1 win over American International College in the Northeast-10 Conference opener Wednesday at the Chace Athletic Center. Bryant will host Mercy (6 pm) and Philadelphia Sciences (8 pm) Friday night.
September 5, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Enjoys The Sites While In San Diego
LA JOLLA, Calif. - The Bryant University women's volleyball took time out from competing at the UC San Diego Invitational in late August to tour the scenes in San Diego.
September 2, 2006
Volleyball Drops Pair Saturday at C.W. Post; Bulldogs Return Home to Host AIC Wednesday
BROOKVILLE, NY - The Bryant University women's volleyball team dropped a pair of tough five-game matches Saturday in second-day action at the C.W. Post Volleyball Invitational. Bryant fell to the host Pioneers 3-2 and dropped a 3-2 decision to Nova Southeastern. The Bulldogs host AIC on Wednesday.
September 1, 2006
Volleyball Wins Pair Friday at CW Post
BROOKVILLE, NY - The Bryant volleyball team earned its first wins of the season on Friday at the CW Post Tournament, defeating Queens and NYIT.
August 26, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Falls to No. 12 Cal Poly Pomona 3-0 Saturday
LA JOLLA, Calif. - The Bryant women’s volleyball team dropped a 3-0 decision to 14th-ranked Cal Poly Pomona to wrap up the 2006 Triton Invitational hosted by UC San Diego Saturday. Bryant (0-5) was led by Likica Grceva who paced the Bryant attack with 11 kills. The transfer from Maryland Eastern Shore hit .296 with just three errors on 27 swings. Sophomore defensive standout Maureen Atkins (Fenton, MO) added 13 digs while junior setter Tiffany Garry (Frankfort, IL) had 27 assists. Bryant will travel to CW Post on Long Island for a two-day tournament next weekend.
August 25, 2006
Volleyball Falls to No. 19 UC San Diego and CS Dominguez Hills in Second Day Action at UCSD Tourney
LA JOLLA, Calif. - Likica Grceva and Vanessa Lavallee had six kills apiece but it was not enough as the Bryant women's volleyball team fell to host UC San Diego, 3-0 and Cal State Dominguez Hills in second-day action at the Triton Invitational. The Bulldogs (0-4) will face Cal Poly Pomona on Saturday afternoon to close out the tournament. Jessica Cegarra had 15 kills in the nightcap against Dominguez Hills.
August 24, 2006
Bryant Volleyball Drops Pair Thursday at Triton Invitational in San Diego
LA JOLLA, Calif. - The Bryant University women's volleyball team opened its 2006 season with a 3-0 loss to sixth-ranked Cal State Los Angeles Thursday afternoon in first round action of the University of California - San Diego Triton Invitational. The Bulldogs (0-2) drop a 3-0 decision at the hands of No. 12 Cal State San Bernardino in the evening game. Bryant will face host UC San Diego and Cal State Dominguez Hills on Friday.
August 23, 2006
Volleyball Picked To Finish First In Northeast-10 For Third-Straight Year
SMITHFIELD, RI - The Bryant University women's volleyball team was picked to finish first in the Northeast-10 Conference for the third-straight season as the conference office announced the results of the preseason coaches' poll. The Bulldogs, the three-time defending conference champion, will open the 2006 season at the University of San Diego Invitational this week. Bryant will face No. 6 Cal State Los Angeles (2 pm EST) and No. 12 Cal State San Bernardino (6 pm) Thursday in the opener.
August 14, 2006
Volleyball Opens Fall Practice in Preparation For Opener August 24
SMITHFIELD, RI - The Bryant University women's volleyball team reported to school over the week and have been busy preparing for the upcoming 2006 season. The Bulldogs, under the direction of 11th-year coach Theresa Garlacy open the season August 24th at the UC San Diego Invitational in La Jolla, Calif against Cal State Los Angeles. The Bulldogs were 27-10 last season, capturing the Northeast-10 Conference tournament title for the third-straight season and advancing to the NCAA Division II tournament for the seventh consecutive year.
December 3, 2005
Muniz and Garry Honored By Daktronics in Volleyball
SMITHFIELD, RI - Bryant senior Michelle Muniz was named to the 2005 Daktronics First Team All-Region while sophomore setter Tiffany Garry was named second team all-region announced this past week by Daktronics. In addition, Muniz was named the Northeast Region Player of the Year.
November 23, 2005
Three Volleyball Players Named All-Region
SMITHFIELD, RI - Three Bryant University women's volleyball players have been named all-region by the American Volleyball Coaches Association. Senior Michelle Muniz, sophomore Tiffany Garry, and junior Jessica Cegarra all earned all-region honors for 2005.
November 18, 2005
Volleyball Season Comes to End With 3-2 Loss to Bentley In NCAA Regional Semifinal
SMITHFIELD,RI - Bentley College rallied from down two games to one to defeat the Bryant University women's volleyball team, 3-2 Friday night in the NCAA Northeast Regional Semifinal at the Chace Athletic Center. Bryant's Michelle Muniz had a match-high 22 kills and 22 digs for the Bulldogs.
November 17, 2005
Bulldog Volleyball Opens Regional Play With 3-0 Win Over NYIT
SMITHFIELD, RI - Vanessa Lavallee and Jessica Cegarra each had 12 kills while Beth Schlatter, Tiffany Garry, and Elysce Tackman all played a key role as the Bulldogs advance to the semifinals where Bryant will meet Bentley for a right to play in the regional final Saturday. The matchup will be a rematch of last Saturday's conference tournament championship won by the Bulldogs, 3-2. Dowling will meet Saint Rose in the other semifinal starting at 5 pm.
November 16, 2005
Dowling Opens With Win In Match 1 of NCAA Regional
SMITHFIELD, RI - The Bryant University women's volleyball team has will host the 2005 NCAA Northeast Regional Championship at the Chace Athletic Center starting Thursday, Nov. 17 and concluding with the championship scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 19. All of the matches can be seen throughout the tournament online while Bryant will provide audio broadcast of Bulldog matches. Dowling College, the top seed, opened with a 3-0 win over Goldey-Beacom Thursday.
November 15, 2005
Garry Named NE-10 Setter of the Year
EASTON, Mass. - Bryant University standout sophomore setter Tiffany Garry has been named the Northeast-10 Conference Setter of the Year for 2005. Garry, the setter of the year as a freshman in 2004, has 1,466 assists this season and 103 service aces. Muniz, Bryant's all-time career kills leader, was named player of the year for the second straight year.
November 12, 2005
Bryant Defeats Bentley 3-2 For Northeast-10 Championship
PLEASANTVILLE, NY - Michelle Muniz paced the Bryant University women's volleyball team with 21 kills and 30 digs as the Bulldogs defeated top-seeded Bentley, 3-2 to capture its third-straight Northeast-10 Conference tournament championship.
November 11, 2005
Volleyball Defeats Le Moyne in NE-10 Quarterfinals Friday
PLEASANTVILLE, NY - Michelle Muniz had 13 kills and 10 digs while Tiffany Garry had 36 assists to lead the Bryant Volleyball team to a 3-0 win over Le Moyne in the quarterfinals of the 2005 Northeast-10 Conference Championships hosted by Pace University. The Bulldogs will take on Saint Rose Saturday at 2 pm .
November 1, 2005
Volleyball Concludes Regular Season With 3-0 Win at Assumption
WORCESTER, Mass. - The Bryant University volleyball team ended its regular season with a 3-0 win over Assumption Tuesday night. Game scores were 30-17, 30-27, 30-23. The Bulldogs will have the weekend off to prepare for the NE-10 Conference tournament Nov. 11-12 at Pace University.
October 29, 2005
Volleyball Defeats Southern Connecticut, 3-0 Friday Night
NEW HAVEN, Conn. - Michelle Muniz had 14 kills and Jessica Cegarra added 17 kills to lead the Bryant volleyball team to a 3-0 win over Southern Connecticut Friday. The Bulldogs travel to Pace Saturday.
October 29, 2005
Volleyball Defeats Pace Saturday, 3-0
PLEASANTVILLE, NY - Michelle Muniz had 14 kills and Jessica Cegarra chipped in with 12 as the Bryant University volleyball team picked up a 3-0 conference win at Pace on Saturday. Tiffany Garry had 38 assists in the match as the Bulldogs improve to 22-9 on the season. Bryant will travel to Assumption Tuesday.
October 26, 2005
New Haven Rallies Back To Defeat Bulldogs 3-2 in Non-Conference Volleyball Action Wednesday
SMITHFIELD,RI - Rhe-Ann Niles had 17 kills and 14 blocks as the University of New Haven rallied back from an 0-2 deficit to defeat the Bryant volleyball team, 3-2 Wednesday night. Michelle Muniz had 19 kills to lead Bryant. The Bulldogs travel to Southern Connecticut on Friday and Pace Saturday.
October 25, 2005
Volleyball Picks Up 3-0 Win Over Franklin Pierce; Team Hosts New Haven Wednesday at 7 pm
SMITHFIELD, RI - Junior Jessica Cegarra notched a game-high 17 kills and senior Lindsay Klix chipped in with 13 to help lead the Bryant University women's volleyball team to a 3-0 win over Franklin Pierce Tuesday night at the Chace Athletic Center. The Bulldogs will host New Haven for a non-conference match Wednesday at 7 pm.
October 22, 2005
Volleyball Pulls Out 3-2 Win Over Lowell Saturday
SMITHFIELD, RI - Michelle Muniz tallied 24 kills and Vanessa Lavallee added 12 kills as the Bryant volleyball team pulled out a 3-2 win over UMass Lowell Saturday at the Halloween Invitational. The Bulldogs host Franklin Pierce Tuesday and New Haven Wednesday at the Chace Athletic Center.
October 21, 2005
Bulldogs Defeat CW Post 3-0
SMITHFIELD, RI - The Bryant volleyball defeated CW Post in the first round of action at the Bryant Halloween Classic. Michelle Muniz had 12 kills nd Jessica Cegarra added 10.
October 18, 2005
Volleyball's Streak Snapped with 3-2 Loss to Bentley Tuesday Night
SMITHFIELD, RI - The Bryant University women's volleyball team dropped a 3-2 decision to Bentley College before 800 fans at the Chace Athletic Center. The loss snaps Bryant's 37 regular-season conference win streak dating back to the 2002 season. Bryant will host the annual Halloween Tournament starting this Friday with a match against C.W. Post at 6 p.m.
October 16, 2005
Volleyball Defeats Le Moyne Sunday, 3-0
SYRACUSE, NY - The Bryant women's volleyball team picked up a 3-0 win on the road at Le Moyne on Sunday. The Bulldogs will host Bentley College on Tuesday night at the Chace Athletic Center starting at 7 p.m.
October 15, 2005
Volleyball Defeats Saint Rose 3-0 Saturday
ALBANY, NY - Senior all-American Michelle Muniz pounded out 22 kills to lead the Bryant volleyball team to a 3-0 win on the road at Saint Rose Saturday afternoon. The Bulldogs travel to Le Moyne for a 3 p.m. game on Sunday.
October 11, 2005
Ten Athletes Named To Conference Weekly Honors List
SMITHFIELD, RI - A total of 10 Bryant University student-athletes earned recognition by the Northeast-10 Conference this week for their performances last week. Football's Lorenzo Perry and volleyball's Michelle Muniz earned Player of the Week recognition while Tiffany Garry earned Setter of the Week honors in volleyball and Alex Bissias and Jessica Neales earned respective goalkeeper of the week honors in soccer.
October 11, 2005
Muniz Sets New Mark in Bryant Win Over Stonehill
EASTON, Mass. - Michelle Muniz recorded 19 kills and 15 digs defensively to lead the Bryant women's volleyball team to a 3-0 win over Stonehill College Tuesday night. With her 19 kills, Muniz becomes Bryant's all-time career kills leader with 2,057 career kills, passing Maria Bras who held the previous record at 2,045. The Bulldogs travel to Saint Rose Saturday and Le Moyne Sunday.
October 7, 2005
Muniz Powers Bulldogs Past Bears with 18 Kills Friday Night; Senior Needs Just Eight Kills To Set School Record
SMITHFIELD, RI - Michelle Muniz had 18 kills to go with 14 digs as the Bryant University volleyball team picked up a 3-0 nonconference win over visiting NYIT Friday night. Muniz now trails Maria Bras for the all-time career kills record by only seven heading into Tuesday's match at Stonehill. The senior all-American has 2,038 career kills.
October 4, 2005
Cegarra Tallies 14 Kills in Volleyball Win Over Merrimack Tuesday Night; Bulldogs Host NYIT Friday
SMITHFIELD, RI - Jessica Cegarra and Michelle Muniz combined for 27 kills to help lead the Bryant women's volleyball team to a 3-0 win over visiting Merrimack College Tuesday evening at the Chace Athletic Center. Bryant, now winners of 34-straight regular season conference matches, will step out of conference play when the Bulldogs host NYIT on Friday at 7 p.m.
October 2, 2005
Volleyball Rolls Past St. Michael's 3-0; Muniz Goes Over 2,000 For Career Kills
SMITHFIELD,RI - Bryant senior all-American Michelle Muniz had 16 kills and added eight digs to lead the Bryant women's volleyball team to a 3-0 win over visiting Saint Michael's Sunday. Muniz now needs just 38 kills to become Bryant's all-time career kills leader. The Bulldogs host Merrimack on Tuesday night at 7 pm.
October 1, 2005
Bulldogs Split Dowling Tri-Match Saturday, Hosts Saint Michael's Sunday at 1 pm
OAKDALE, NY -- The Bryant women's volleyball team split a tri-match at Dowling College on Saturday, falling to the host Golden Lions 3-1 and defeating Millersville 3-1. The Bulldogs will host Saint Michael's College for a Northeast-10 Conference match Sunday at the Chace Athletic Center (1 pm).
September 27, 2005
Volleyball Rolls Past Southern N.H. 3-0; Bulldogs Travel to Dowling Saturday
SMITHFIELD,RI - Michelle Muniz tallied 18 kills and Jessica Cegarra added 12 to lead the Bryant University volleyball team to a 3-0 win over Southern N.H. on Tuesday night at the Chace Athletic Center. With her 18 kills, Muniz moves closer to Maria Bras for the all-time career kills record with 1,971. She trails Bras' by just 74 kills.
September 23, 2005
Volleyball Picks Up Pair of Wins
SMITHFIELD, RI - Michelle Muniz led the way as the Bryant women's volleyball team picked up a pair of wins Friday evening at the Chace Athletic Center. Muniz had 24 kills in a 3-1 win over Bridgeport in the second match of the night.
