The 16th-ranked Muskingum volleyball team dominated Ohio Wesleyan in their season opener on Wednesday night, beating the Battling Bishops, 3-0.

The Basics

• Records: Muskingum (1-0), Ohio Wesleyan (0-1)
• Location: Anne C. Steele Center – New Concord, Ohio

How It Happened

• After trading the first few points, Muskingum was able to pull away and win the first set 25-18.
• The Muskies were led by senior Maddie McGee with five kills in the first frame.
• Junior Emma Conrad also added five assists in set one.
• In set two, the Muskies hit the ground running and got out to an early 8-3 lead.
• The Muskies would eventually win set two, 25-15.
• Leading the Muskies in the set was Conrad with seven assists.
• The Muskies finished the sweep by taking set three, 25-17.
• Leading the Muskies on the night were McGee with 12 kills, Conrad with 18 assists, and senior Erin Dickson with 11 assists.
• Leading Ohio Wesleyan was Abby Thierauf with 14 assists.

 Inside The Numbers

• Muskingum recorded 41 kills, 35 assists, 44 digs, and four blocks.
• Ohio Wesleyan notched 17 kills, 15 assists, and 29 digs.

 Up Next

• Muskingum will next compete on Friday, September 3, at the ONU Invitational. The Muskies will take on Mount St. Joseph at 2:30 p.m.