Bronx, N.Y. – The Fordham volleyball team kicked off Atlantic 10 play in style with a come-from-behind homecoming victory in five sets against Rhode Island on Saturday evening. The Rams’ defense was a highlight all night long as junior Elise Benjamin enjoyed the team’s first double-digit blocking performance since 2011 as the squad set a program five-set match record with 17.5 team blocks. With the win, Fordham improves to 8-6 on the year and start conference action with a 1-0 record, while Rhode Island falls to 6-7 and 0-1, respectively.

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