GEORGETOWN, Texas - The University of Dallas lost their conference matchup with Southwestern University in straight sets on Sunday.  They fall to 6-11 on the year and 0-6 in conference play.

The Pirates set the tone early, scoring 10 straight points to open the match.  Though it was a much closer game from there, Southwestern's lead only grew as they cruised to a 25-10 win in set one.

Set two was a tighter contest with the Crusaders keeping it close for much of the set.  but Southwestern pulled away at the end with an 8-3 run to take set two 25-17.

Dallas really showed their grit and took a narrow lead deep into set three.  But the Pirates rallied late once again, and completed the sweep with a 10-3 run to take set three 25-19.

Up Next

The Crusaders have a break in their conference schedule next as they host Dallas Christian College.  The match is scheduled for a 7:00 p.m. start time on Wednesday, Oct. 5.