Kentucky Wesleyan Recap
The Maryville volleyball team was looking to build a three-match winning streak but tournament host Kentucky Wesleyan ended the bid with a 25-11, 25-18 win to close the opening day of the KWC Invitational in Owensboro, Ky. Last week in Memphis, Tenn., the Saints rallied for a five-set win but were unable to duplicate the result on the road.
 
What Happened
The Saints hurt themselves with service errors as Kentucky Wesleyan jumped to the early 1-0 lead.
Maryville made a charge in set two using a 6-1 run and got as close as 21-16 before the Panthers prevailed. The Saints used two 3-1 runs and were trailing just 9-6 before KWC used a big burst to grab control of the match.
 
Statistical Leaders
Kills: Liz Eardly – 5
Assists: Mikaela Kues – 10
Digs: A.J. Hallemann – 8
Blocks: Cassidy Arndt and Taylor Schellert – 4
 
Notable
The Saints were looking to surpass their win total from a year ago but were stymied in their efforts.
Maryville out-blocked KWC 8.0 to 5.0.
The Saints defense held the Panthers to just a .100 hitting percentage in the second set.
 
Records
Maryville: 3-3
Kentucky Wesleyan: 3-3
 
What's Next:
The Saints finish the tournament Saturday facing Brescia at 9 a.m. and Trevecca Nazarene at 3 p.m.