OTTAWA, Kan. – The (RV) Ottawa University men's volleyball team fell in straight sets (25-12, 25-19, 26-24) to (15) Grand View University inside Mabee Center on Tuesday evening.
Play-by-Play Recap
Ottawa found itself playing from behind early, as Grand View used a strong opening run to take control of set one. The Vikings built a 17-9 lead midway through the frame and never looked back, taking the set 25-12.
The Braves responded with more energy in the second set. Ottawa stayed within striking distance and cut the deficit to 19-16 after a run sparked by kills from
Macort Pickup and
Marko Zolnjan. However, Grand View closed the set on a late surge to take a 2-0 match lead.
Ottawa saved its best for the third set. The Braves battled point-for-point and erased multiple deficits late. Trailing 23-21, Ottawa rallied behind key plays from Pickup and
Petar Lazic to tie the set at 24-24. The Braves had chances, but Grand View capitalized on the final two points to secure the sweep, 26-24.
Stats Recap
- Macort Pickup led Ottawa with 11 kills and a .269 hitting percentage
- Marko Zolnjan added 7 kills and contributed across the front row
- Petar Lazic finished with 6 kills and 1 service ace
- Quentin Le Dortz dished out 20 assists to lead the offense
- Ottawa totaled 26 kills and 25 assists as a team
Who is Next
Ottawa (16-8, 9-6) returns to the court on Friday, March 27 against Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Mo. The match is scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m.
