The York University women's volleyball team were defeated 3-0 by the Toronto Varsity Blues on Friday evening at Goldring Centre in Toronto, Ont.
 
The Varsity Blues picked up a 1-0 lead on the Lions after taking the first set 25-19. The Lions led the Varsity Blues early into the second set, 8-7, and eventually entered the mid-set break leading 16-10. After eight consecutive points, the Varsity Blues led the Lions 18-16, and took the second set 25-20. The Varsity Blues defeated the Lions 25-16 in the final set and won the match 3-0.
 
Sarah Williams led the Lions earning nine points, six digs, and two blocks. Celeste Witzell earned 8.5 points, and one dig, while Olivia Kim had eight points, and 10 digs. The Varsity Blues were led by Alina Dormann who earned 16.5 points, 12 digs, and one block.
 
Despite the loss, the Lions have already clinched a spot in the OUA playoffs and are in fourth place in the OUA East standings with a 7-11 record. With the win the Blues improve to 13-5 and are in second-place with 26 points.
 
The Lions will be competing in their final game of the regular season tomorrow, Feb. 23, against the Trent Excalibur in Peterborough, Ont. The game is scheduled to start at 6pm.