Virginia Tech falls short at Wake Forest

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Virginia Tech battled back from a set down to force a fifth set but ultimately fell to Wake Forest, 3-2 (25-17, 20-25, 25-21, 14-25, 15-10), Sunday afternoon at Reynolds Gym.

Reese Hazelton led the Hokies with 15 kills and 12 digs, recording her eighth double-double of the season. Camilla Brandalise added 48 assists and nine digs, while Ivy Cooper paced the defense with 16 digs. Destiny Walker also finished with 11 kills and 12 digs.

Virginia Tech worked to erase an early deficit, using a run of points to pull ahead 14-13. Wake Forest responded with a late push to regain control and build a 22-15 advantage. The Hokies added two more points, but the Demon Deacons closed…