Volleyball falls in straight sets to Heidelberg in OAC opener

Volleyball falls in straight sets to Heidelberg in OAC opener

The Muskingum volleyball team fell in straight sets to Heidelberg (25-18, 25-19, 25-19) in Ohio Athletic Conference action Saturday in front of a packed crowd at the Anne C. Steele Center.

The Basics

  • Records: Muskingum (12-6, 0-1 OAC), Heidelberg (11-6, 2-0 OAC)
  • Location: New Concord, Ohio - Anne C. Steele Center
  • Attendance: 723

How It Happened

  • After dropping the first two sets, the Muskies took the early 15-11 advantage in set three behind the impressive performance of junior Chloe Brandewie.
  • However, Heidelberg rattled off the next eight points to overcome the Muskies and claim the set 25-19.
  • Muskingum was led in the contest by Brandewie with a game-high 14 kills.
  • Senior Katie Hunt finished with 12 kills and two blocks.
  • Freshman Rhieannae Cory guided the attack for Muskingum finishing with 13 assists.
  • Sarah Parker led the way for Heidelberg with 12 kills and six blocks.
  • As a team, Muskingum finished with 41 kills and 37 assists.

Up Next

  • Muskingum returns to action Tuesday, October 4 as they host OAC rival Marietta. Match time is set for 7:00 p.m. The contest will feature live stats and audio at FightingMuskies.com.