The Marian University Volleyball team achieved a successful start to its season at the Tiger Kickoff Invitational, winning two matches against Olivet Nazarene and Rochester Christian. They took down Olivet Nazarene in four sets and performed a clean sweep against Rochester Christian. Notably, the team demonstrated strong hitting and defensive skills throughout both matches, particularly in the second set against Rochester Christian where they excelled offensively.

By the Numbers
  • Marian recorded 48 kills to Olivet Nazarene's 40 in Match One.
  • The Knights hit .360 against Rochester Christian, with .455 in the second set.
State of Play
  • Marian's players showed strong individual performances, with Khori Dryden achieving a double-double against Olivet Nazarene.
  • The Knights' defense shined with a total of 11 blocks versus Olivet and a 39-17 advantage in assists over Rochester Christian.
What's Next

Marian will face Freed-Hardeman and Lindsey Wilson in their next games on Saturday, aiming to build on their successful opening day and maintain momentum as the season progresses.

Bottom Line

The Knights demonstrated strong teamwork and skill in their opening matches, setting a promising tone for the season ahead. With sustained performances, they could emerge as a formidable force in their league.