Georgi Zahariev of George Mason Men's Volleyball has been named the EIVA Offensive Player of the Week for the second time this season. Zahariev鈥檚 standout performance included significant contributions during a clean 2-0 weekend against Princeton, helping the team tie the school record for the best regular home season record at 15-2. This setter recorded 96 assists and posted a career-high of 59 assists in his Senior Night match, aiding his team to maintain a home winning streak of 12 games, the third-longest in program history.

By the Numbers
  • Zahariev achieved 96 assists and hit .467 in the weekend matches.
  • He surpassed 2,000 career assists, recording 37 assists in one game and 59 in another.
  • The team's current regular-season record stands at 20-7, with an 8-2 conference record.
State of Play
  • George Mason is set to finish the regular season with two matches against No. 15 Penn State, tied for the regular season title.
  • The team leads the EIVA with a hitting percentage of .279.
What's Next

The Patriots will face a crucial two-game series against Penn State on April 17 and 18, with a chance to secure the top seed in the EIVA Tournament at stake.

Bottom Line

With his impressive weekly performance, Zahariev not only reinforces his individual skill but also plays a critical role in solidifying George Mason's position as a competitive force in the EIVA, setting the stage for an intense finish to the season.