The Grace Lancers' volleyball team finished the season-opening tournament with a record of 3-1, securing their third victory by sweeping Rochester Christian after losing to Olivet Nazarene. Despite outpacing ONU in kills, assists, digs, and blocks, Grace fell short, losing the first two sets in closely contested matches. The Lancers struggled with 26 attack errors, which hindered their performance against ONU. However, they rebounded impressively against Rochester Christian, showcasing strong offensive play and teamwork.

By the Numbers
  • Grace recorded 43 kills against Rochester Christian with a hitting percentage of .317.
  • In the loss to Olivet Nazarene, the Lancers committed 26 attack errors and posted a hitting percentage of .105.
State of Play
  • The Lancers will compete in four matches at the Onset Invitational next weekend.
  • Upcoming matches include facing No. 17 Aquinas and Lawrence Tech on Friday.
What's Next

As the Lancers prepare for the Onset Invitational, they look to build momentum from their decisive win over Rochester Christian and address the challenges faced against ONU, particularly improving their attack efficiency.

Bottom Line

The Lancers demonstrated resilience in their tournament, proving they can compete at a high level despite setbacks. Success in upcoming matches will depend on minimizing errors and maintaining offensive consistency.