The Barnegat High School girls volleyball team’s quest for its first state title ended Tuesday when it was defeated by River Dell, Bergen County in two straight games.

The Golden Hawks, who were the top seed in the NJSIAA Group 2 tournament and came into the game with a 23-1 mark, won the quarterfinal round match, 25-12 and 25-8. The Bengals, who finished the season at 18-6, were seeded eighth among 32 teams.