Maryville men's volleyball libero Josh Zhuchenko was named this week's Independent Volleyball Association Defensive Player of the Week after tallying 26 digs and zero reception errors in three matches last week.
 
Against Milwaukee School of Engineering, Zhuchenko set a season high with nine digs in the contest. He followed up with eight digs and three assists versus Emmanuel College. Zhuchenko closed out his week by matching his season best with another nine-dig performance against highly regarded Lewis University.
 
The Saints are next in action Wednesday, March 8, as they host Fontbonne University for a 7 p.m. match in Moloney Arena.