#11 McKendree men鈥檚 volleyball lost a nail-biter to #17 Ohio State in five sets. The match saw both teams trading sets, with Ohio State initially taking the lead. After a thrilling back-and-forth, the Bearcats pushed the match to a deciding fifth set, but fell short, losing 15-13. McKendree鈥檚 standout performers were Bryce Wetjen with 20 kills and Nate Flayter with 47 assists, marking a competitive display against a strong opponent.

By the Numbers
  • Bryce Wetjen posted 20 kills with a .452 hitting percentage.
  • Nate Flayter contributed 47 assists and 14 digs for his 10th double-double of the season.
State of Play
  • The Bearcats extended their season record to 15-9 following this match.
  • McKendree will face Northern Kentucky next on Senior/Alumni Day, April 11.
What's Next

McKendree is looking to rebound against Northern Kentucky, where they aim to capitalize on their strong performances and improve their overall standings in the league.

Bottom Line

The Bearcats demonstrated resilience but need to tighten their play in crucial moments to convert narrow matches into victories moving forward.