New York, N.Y.- Hunter College's women's volleyball team dominated in a straight-set victory over Baruch in the CUNYAC semifinal, propelling them to the conference championship with an impressive performance. The Hawks, playing in front of a spirited crowd at Hunter College Sportsplex, showcased their depth and resilience, extending their undefeated conference streak to 7-0.

Leading the charge for Hunter was Izabella Williams, who delivered a standout performance with 13 kills on a .276 hitting percentage, adding 9 digs to her stat line for a total of 15 points. Amina Moummad contributed significantly with 8 kills, hitting at a strong .350 clip and adding 5 digs. Bethany Tomaneng orchestrated the offense with 26 assists while chipping in defensively with 4 digs and 2 service aces. Her steady play was critical in setting the tone for Hunter's efficient attack.

The first set saw Hunter claim a 25-19 win, overcoming some initial resistance from Baruch. In the second set, the Hawks battled through nine tie scores and four lead changes to edge Baruch 26-24. The third and final set was a decisive 25-19 victory, where Hunter's balanced offense and defensive composure shone.

Simone McIntyre made a notable impact at the service line with 4 aces and added 5 digs, while Lily Mattison was a force at the net, posting 5 kills with a .273 hitting percentage and 2 block assists. The Hawks' defense collectively held Baruch to a .157 hitting percentage, with strong contributions from players across the back row.

With this commanding win, Hunter advances to the CUNYAC Championship, set for tomorrow at 6:30 p.m. against an opponent yet to be announced. The Hawks look to carry their momentum and perfect conference record into the title match, aiming to secure the championship on their home court.