HAMMOND, Ind-- The Great Midwest Athletic Conference collected 6 victories combined as a league in the Midwest Region Crossover at the Hammond Sportsplex.

After a tough opening session, the Great Midwest volleyball programs were able to secure wins in the following three sessions on day one of the tournament.
Cedarville highlighted the day, posting a perfect 2-0 mark through day one.The Yellow Jackets, who currently sit at the top of the South Division, collected 3-1 wins over No. 16 Grand Valley State and Drury. Leading the way for the team was Athlete of the Week award winner Madelyn Hensley, who totaled 20 kills and an ace against the Lakers to secure the upset.

Ohio Dominican also split their games, falling 3-0 to No. 3 GLVC seed Rockhurst, then bouncing back with a 3-1 win over Northern Michigan.

Findlay, top of the North Division, split their matches for the day, getting swept by Michigan Tech and then following up with a sweep over No. 22 Indianapolis. Leading the way for the Oilers in their win over UIndy was Athlete of the Week winner Hannah Miller, who totaled 11 kills, two aces, two assists, and fourteen digs against the Greyhounds.

Hillsdale started their crossover appearance with a 3-2 victory over Drury, then a tough loss versus No. 1 Ferris State.

Ashland dropped a tight game 3-2 against Saginaw Valley State in their opening game. The Eagles bounced back and swept Lewis in their second appearance.

Saturday’s schedule includes three sessions of action at 9:00 am, 11:30 am, and 2:00 pm CT. Additional Midwest Region Crossover information and the full tournament schedule can be found  HERE.