LISLE, Ill. - Marian University men's volleyball (10-12, 3-4 NACC) fell to Benedictine in its return to conference play 25-15, 25-22, 25-20.
 
	- Marian scored four of the first six points to open the match before Benedictine broke the set open with a 13-4 run.
- A 6-1 spurt shortly after from Benedictine allowed the Eagles to cruise to the win.
- The Sabres had a similar 9-7 lead to start the second before the Eagles went on a 7-1 run to lead by four.
- Benedictine brought that lead out to 21-17 when Marian was able to cut their deficit down to one twice with the second instance coming at 23-22.
- The late rally fell short for Marian as the Eagles took advantage of a service error and attacking error.
- After another 8-7 Sabre lead started the third, Benedictine was able to pull away with a 9-3 run and secure a sweep.
 
	- Benedictine led the way in kills by a 37-27 margin and digs by a 36-21 edge.
- The Sabres hit just .103 in the match but finished strong hitting .269 in the third set.
- Marian is winless in 13 matches against Benedictine.
 
 
 
 
	
		
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