Dock Wins A Five Set Defensive Battle 3-2

Dock opened League play tonight with an evening match against Lower Merion. As two of the original teams in the IVL league, the rivalry was automatic. The first set seemed like both teams were trying find how to put the ball on the floor. The defensive plays prevented any one team from gaining a big lead. When the set ended, Dock dropped the first set 25-23. The second set was a new story, with Dock dominating from start to finish and winning 25-15. But Lower Merion played a great set 3 and shut Dock down 14-25. But Dock was not done. The rally of these boys was so much fun to see. Great offense, great serves, and continued great defense gave Dock the fourth set 25-18. And Dock kept on rolling in to set 5 with a solid win 15-7. This win was a great start to our league play and a rewarding victory as we battled through some crazy volleyball.

Stats: 13 aces, 8 blocks, 44 digs, 45 kills and 42 assists.