Conway, Ark. - The University of the Ozarks volleyball team earned a straight-set victory over Dallas on Saturday morning, defeating the Crusaders 25-13, 25-22, 25-13 at SCAC Crossover in Conway.
Ozarks dominated the opening set, hitting .458 with 12 kills and just one error to claim a 25-13 victory. The Eagles continued their strong play in the second set, overcoming a closer contest to secure a 25-22 win. Ozarks then closed out the match in convincing fashion, taking the third set 25-13.
Claire Zeiler led the Eagles offensively with 10 kills, while Brooke Humphrey added nine kills. Madelyn Hagemeier contributed six kills and was a force at the net, recording a team-high five blocks.
Gabby Dotson paced the offense with 13 assists and also delivered four service aces. Alexis Groff added four aces, helping Ozarks finish with 11 service aces as a team. Jillian Childs chipped in four assists.
Humphrey led the defensive effort with nine digs, while Zeiler and Groff each recorded seven digs.
Ozarks finished the match with 32 kills, 11 service aces and six blocks.
In game two of the day. Colorado College took a 3-0 victory. Colorado College won set one 25-14 and then posted a 25-13 set two win, followed by a 25-15 third set win.
The Eagles will host Centenary College October 30 for Senior Day. The Eagles will then host Austin College October 31.
