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Ward Melville junior libero Molly Cronin sets up the play in the opening round of the volleyball playoffs against Connetquot Oct. 29. Photo by Bill Landon

Ward Melville seniors Megan Specht #9 along with Morgan Persky battle at the net Oct, 29. Photo by Bill Landon

Ward Melville sophomore setter Jacqueline Stein digs one out in the opening round of the volleyball playoffs against Connetquot Oct. 29. Photo by Bill Landon

Ward Melville sophomore setter Jacqueline Stein battles at the net crushing the ball Oct. 29. Photo by Bill Landon

Ward Melville junior right-side hitter Allie Sturgess spikes the ball over the net Oct. 29. Photo by Bill Landon
The Ward Melville girls volleyball team traveled to Connetquot High School Oct. 29 for the opening round of the volleyball playoffs. The Patriots lost 3-0.