BETHLEHEM, PA. - The Binghamton volleyball team fell to Dartmouth in its opening match in the Lehigh Steel Tournament Friday afternoon. The Big Green were able to win in three sets, 25-15, 25-17, 25-14.

"We are making good progress." head coach Glenn Kiriyama said. "Our middles and outsides hit much better today.  We just need to be more consistent as a team and keep grinding through each point.".

The Bearcats were led by sophomore Stefana Stan, who tallied seven kills and added 14 digs on the afternoon. Carly Powell added six kills in her first career start.

Senior Emily Rail added eight digs, upping her season total to 42 in just four matches. Tyra Wilson also contributed four kills on just five attempts and three blocks.

The Bearcats will continue tournament play tomorrow with two matches against St. Francis Brooklyn and Lehigh. The Mountaineers defeated the Terriors in four sets this afternoon.

BU opens against St. Francis Brooklyn at 10 a.m. and will finish against Lehigh at 4 p.m. Live Stats are available for both contests here.