The William Penn men's volleyball team, ranked No. 9, clinched the No. 4 seed in the postseason with a 3-1 victory over Grand View. The Statesmen are now set to face the same Grand View team again, having previously split matches this season. With set scores of 21-25, 28-26, 25-20, and 25-22, the team showcased strong performance by limiting errors and dominating at the net.

By the Numbers
  • William Penn had a hitting percentage of .302 while Grand View hit .219.
  • The Statesmen led with 14 total blocks compared to Grand View's 5.
  • Tommy Fellows recorded 17 kills with a hitting percentage of .389.
State of Play
  • William Penn is now 1-1 against Grand View this season.
  • The team finished with a regular-season record of 18-6, 14-5 in Heart Conference play.
  • Grand View's record stands at 13-8, with a 12-7 Conference record.
What's Next

William Penn will begin postseason play on Saturday at 2:00 p.m., facing Grand View in the Heart Championship Quarterfinals. The rematch is crucial for both teams as they vie for a spot in the semifinals.

Bottom Line

With a strong finish to the regular season, William Penn has gained momentum heading into the postseason. Their ability to limit errors and dominate at the net will be critical as they seek to advance in the playoffs.