RINDGE, N.H. (Oct. 23, 2001) - The Franklin Pierce University volleyball team was defeated by Merrimack College by a score of 3-0 in Northeast-10 Conference action this evening.

Merrimack's Lindsey Anstandig led the Warriors' offense with seven kills. Setting up the attack was Carly Wheeler, who chipped in 36 helpers.

Courtney Desrosiers was an all-around performer for the Warriors, as she registered 12 digs and served six aces in the win. Rounding out the bunch was Michelle Sutherland who recorded five blocks.

FPC's Mandy Johnson (Orange, Mass./Maher Regional) totaled 14 kills and nine digs for the Ravens. Sophomore setter Bethany Findley (Clinton, Conn./Morgan School) added 17 assists and eight digs.

FP (8-9, 4-8 NE-10) returns to action on Saturday, when they travel to Smithfield, R.I. for the Bryant Halloween Classic. Merrimack returns to the court on Tuesday, October 30, when it hosts Southern New Hampshire in a NE-10 matchup at 7 p.m.