Marian University Volleyball celebrated senior setter Sami Luttel reaching 1,000 career assists while kicking off their season with seven wins but faced their first loss against Fisk University in a nail-biting five-set match. They first overcame Defiance in a decisive 3-1 victory during the Onset Invitational in Fort Wayne.

By the Numbers
  • Marian recorded 57 kills against Defiance's 44.
  • Fisk notched 62 kills to Marian's 46.
State of Play
  • Marian led in digs against Defiance, 62 to 50.
  • The team split their doubleheader, winning against Defiance and losing to Fisk in a tight five-set match.
What's Next

Marian will begin Crossroads League action on Wednesday, facing Bethel University in Mishawaka at 7 p.m.

Bottom Line

While the Knights must address their performance in tight matches moving forward, Luttel's milestone achievements underscore the potential for continued success this season.