UC Clermont Cougars in 3-way Tie for First Place in Ohio Collegiate Athletic Conference

As a result of some important wins in conference play last week, coupled with a Clark State road victory at Ohio State-Marion, UC Clermont has pulled into a three way tie for first place in the Ohio Collegiate Athletic Conference (OCAC) regular season standings. A win over a tough and talented Ohio Christian squad on Saturday, October 16 would clinch no worse than a co-championship for the Cougars.

The latest week of competition began with a home match-up against USCAA member Miami University-Hamilton. The Harriers had just beaten Clark State and came into the contest on a roll. Clermont was able to jump out to the lead early and took the first two games 25-15 and 25-16. Hamilton recovered for a 26-24 game three win before the Cougars finished the match with a 25-19 game four triumph. A substantial 40 team digs aided the Clermont side.

Next the Cougars hosted OCAC foe Southern State. Clermont’s momentum and strong serving (14 aces) were a bit too much for the young Patriot squad as the Cougars swept the contest 25-6, 25-10, 25-8. This win pulled Clermont into the conference co-lead with one match to play.

The Cougars stepped away from USCAA play over the weekend and took on two strong NCAA D-III programs – Anderson University and Transylvania University. These teams had both beaten USCAA powerhouse Spalding University earlier in the year and gave the Cougars an opportunity to experience a high level of play. Though the young Cougars were swept in both matches, they gained some valuable experience against fast-paced varsity teams. This experience should serve the Cougars well over the remainder of the schedule. On a positive note, Clermont was able to record 10 service aces over the two matches against some top notch passers.

For more information about the UC Clermont College Volleyball Team please visit http://www.ucclermont.edu/Athletics/vballprofiles/wvball_results.html